Question

Which consequences can victims of identity theft face? Check all that apply.

difficulty getting a loan or credit card
an increase in debt
the loss of a job
difficulty keeping assets
a loss of money
difficulty landing a new job

Answer 1

All of them. Identity theft can cause:
- difficulty getting a loan or credit card (damaged credit history or fraudulent accounts)
- an increase in debt (fraudulent charges or loans opened in your name)
- the loss of a job (legal trouble, mistaken arrests, or employer concerns arising from fraud)
- difficulty keeping assets (liens, repossession, foreclosure tied to fraudulent debts)
- a loss of money (direct theft, drained accounts, or fraud losses)
- difficulty landing a new job (negative items on background or credit checks)