Dammit... I HATE hackers...
Xxxxxx detected a match to your Social Security Number.
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I have noted 'fake' invoices in the last couple of days, usually trying to hit Paypal. But I don't have any credit card attached to that and the account it is tied to is locked down.
Folks, jumping through the hoops is a PITA and takes about a half hour, but if it saves you from losing $$$ it is well worth it!
One reminder- If you put credit freezes on, you MUST take them off if you are doing something like buying a house or car, or anything requiring credit. Otherwise, nobody can see your credit.
YMMV, IANAL, I didn't stay in a Holiday Inn Express last night, but I'm also not going to take chances....
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