How to deal with identity fraud/theft?

Question

I have recently learned that I have been a victim of identity fraud/theft. What can I do to minimize the damages to my credit?

Answer 1

Read this article, it has specific instructions on minimizing the damage to your credit because of identity theft. http://www.monitorbankrates.com/how-to-b...

Answer 2

Put an alert on your credit file -- even better freeze you credit file with each credit bureau.