There’s a strange, almost predictable rhythm to the year: the holiday rush, the January reset, and then—right on cue—the season when identity thieves seem to wake up from hibernation with the energy of someone who’s had three too many espressos.
That window between February and April isn’t just tax season for you; it’s prime hunting season for criminals who want your personal information. And while no one loves filing taxes, the real headache comes from discovering someone else filed them for you. This is the time of year when staying alert pays off, because the stakes are high and the timing is no coincidence.
