You thought those advertisements for a home paper shredder were sales pushes -until you found items on your account that were not yours. Identity theft is the fastest growing crime worldwide. Victims of identity theft report that it can take more than 100 hours of writing and phone calling to get their identity back. This book is the first step to protecting your family, yourself, your money and your identity. The more complicated your financial life the more credit cards, bank accounts you have the more vulnerable you may be. The book teaches you to : Set up systems to monitor your accounts; Who is responsible for losses when theft occurs; Where and how to keep records from prying eyes; What organizations to contact if your identity is stolen; Everything you need to ensure your personal and financial safety is in this book.