Just as you’ve finished your identity crisis and figured out who you are, some yahoo comes along and steals your identity (the one that’s all figured out).
Identity theft is a booming business, causing nearly $50 billion in losses each year. Identity theft has become buzz-phrase that has broad application.  You can have your credit card stolen.  Someone can use your personal information to take out a loan.
What to do? At the least:

• Guard your social security number and PINs.
• Don’t give out personal information to anyone who calls without verifying the identity of the caller, or calling them back. 
• Watch your back when using a debit card.
• Don’t have more than two martinis at the airport lounge.
• Buy a cross-cut shredder and use it!
• Freeze your credit file. This is the best measure against identity theft. Go to: http://www.state.nj.us/dobi/division_consumers/finance/creditfreeze.htm.

Remember RegentAtlantic’s Golden Rule: Protect your identity, unless you want a new one!