Identity theft is commonly thought of as a problem only adults deal with. But the truth is children make an easy target. Social Security numbers, names, and other personal information has been used by hackers and other types of identity thieves to rack up hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of debt. How do you protect your children's information before they are old enough themselves? Here is a look at the problem and what you can do about it.

How At Risk Are They?

A study done in 2009 and 2010 by Carnegie Mellon CyLab took a close look at child identity theft, and what the report found was astonishing. In fact, the report claimed 10.2 percent of children in the study had someone other than themselves using their Social Security number. That's 51…

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INITIAL BUYER CONSULTATION OF PURCHASING PROCESS AND WHAT TO EXPECT 

HELP ARRANGE FINANCING

  • Assist in locating sources of mortgage loans. 
  • Help you examine home much you can afford but how much you may want to spend.
  • Assist in comparing different financing options.
  • Provide information on purchasing incentives that may be available.
  • Educate and discuss the difference between being prequalified and preapproved for a mortgage.

ASSIST IN FINDING THE RIGHT PROPERTY

  • Identify your needs and wants in  property.
  • Find appropriate available properties. 
  • Set up an automated e-mail alert system that immediately notifies you of properties that fit your requirements.
  • Sort through inaccurate information about homes in the area.
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