TrustedID CEO writes book on identity theft prevention

Posted by Caitlin on March 18th, 2009

While attempting to recover and repair their stolen identities for the second time in two years, Scott Mitic and his wife realized that there was no easy way to do so, no reliable source of help and information. They also doubted that the measures available at the time would actually protect their identities from being stolen yet again. So a year later, in 2005, Scott Mitic launched TrustedID.

Mitic hasn't stopped there, though, in his quest to help prevent identity theft. Now a noted identity security expert, he recently wrote a book entitled Stopping Identity Theft: 10 Easy Steps to Security. In his book, Mitic aims to empower consumers by providing easy steps and practical strategies to help people protect their personal information. A companion website, StoppingIDTheft.org, provides additional information on the evolving risks of identity theft, as well as providing assistance if you suspect you've been a victim.

John Ulzheimer, president of Consumer Education, Credit.com and CNBC contributer, called Stopping Identity Theft "a must-have for anyone who doesn't plan to spend the next 50 years in a cave."

Stopping Identity Theft is an easily digestible primer the details simple safeguards that everyone can take to avoid becoming victims. These include:

• Scrutinizing a credit report
• Securing your online presence
• Spotting scams
• Shopping safely, both online and off
• Preventing medical identity theft
• Protecting your identity when traveling
• Protecting the identities of kids and elders
• Safeguarding personal but public records

Stopping Identity Theft is available at all major book retailers, including Barnes & Noble, Borders and Amazon.com.

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