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 * WHERE TO REPORT SCAMS
   
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 * IDENTITY THEFT
   
   Learn what identity theft is, its warning signs, and how to protect yourself.
   Find out how to report identity theft if your information gets stolen.


 * IMPOSTER SCAMS
   
   Imposter scammers pretend to be from the IRS or Social Security, a business,
   or a charity. They want you to trust them so they can steal your personal
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