Is Your Identity Safe and Are You Covered?

Originally published on our previous website in 2017. Some details, such as companies, coverage options and state requirements, may have changed since then. Call or text 765-474-2300 for current information.

Identity Theft

With all of the advancements in technology, we are beginning to see more threats to people’s identity. This could be a stolen credit card that is being used to make purchases without your authorization or someone actually using your Social Security number to obtain a loan. There are many companies that sell coverage for identity theft and recovery. Most people do not know there is coverage available on most homeowner policies for a fraction of the cost. Below is a guide published by the FTC that provides some excellent tips on how to stay protected.

https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/pdf-0009-taking-charge.pdf

Update (October 2026): Identity theft coverage is still available as an add-on to many homeowners and renters policies, so ask us whether yours includes it. For current government guidance, visit IdentityTheft.gov.