Imagine getting a call from a bank in a state you've never been in before, wanting the $450 payment on a $200,000 loan you've never taken out?  Or imagine going to get a loan for your next vehicle, only to find out your credit rating is poor, because you have defaulted loans and unpaid bills in your name - none of which are yours.  Or worse yet, imagine the FBI showing up at your door step to question you about a crime committed three states away, that was committed in a vehicle that appears to belong to you - but it's not yours!

Sound far out?  It's not!  Things like this are happening every day to thousands of Americans just like you.  It's called "Identity Theft".  You need to know about it and you need to know how to protect yourself!  A few simple common sense steps can help you avoid becoming a victim of this crime that can be very expensive to escape!

Visit the following websites for more information and to learn how you can best protect your good name - and your valuable assets!

Federal Trade Commission Identity Theft Resources

Identity Theft Resource Center

Identity Theft Protection & Resource Center

Helping you know and understand the dangers of Identity Theft is just one more reason why Farmers Bank is "Your Bank For Life!"