In compiling my files I've been reading articles and research done by Pros, or through Law Enforcement - both state side and down south.
It endorses my beliefs and there are odds I could be wrong, however the more I inform myself, the more things make sense.
One very good article is called:
Eight Signs you may know an Identity Thief:
http://finance.sympatico.msn.ca/banking/credit/article.aspx?cp-documentid=5177076
and another good article is called: Guarding Against Identity Theft (there are many sub links pertaining to various topics) at
http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Banking/FinancialPrivacy/FinancialPrivacyDyn.aspx?cp-documentid=5083308>1=10220
IT CAN Happen to Anyone!
Top choice is Family - however, my daughter is the only family I have and was at Job Sites when purchases were made - which personally leads back to where I shopped the most and had irresponsibly left my cards on occasion - i trusted this woman!!!
Recol has updates on Scams and Phishing, at:
http://www.recol.ca
Maybe a good read for anyone - it's always good to stay on top of things.
Not being a city dweller and living rural, I gather I never thought it would happen to me!
Food for thought.