{“type”:”text”,”text”:”This is Steven Chayer with the DisputeVoice Podcast Show. If you’ve ever been burned, scammed, or suspicious that something isn’t right, or perhaps you want to learn more about protecting yourself or a loved one, you’re in the right place.\n\nParents, listen up. Your kid’s social security number is like a fresh snowbank in January—pristine, untouched, and unfortunately, perfect for criminals to make their mark on. Over a million kids get their identities stolen every year, and here’s the kicker: most parents don’t find out until Junior tries to get his first apartment and discovers he’s already got three mortgages in Vegas.\n\nThink of your child’s credit like a bank vault that doesn’t even exist yet, but thieves already have the combination. Wicked shady, if you ask me. These crooks use kids’ info for everything from opening credit cards to filing bogus tax returns. The average victim loses eighteen thousand bucks before they even learn to drive.\n\nHere’s your game plan: First, freeze your kid’s credit with all three bureaus. It’s free, takes twenty minutes, and works better than a deadbolt on a screen door. Second, watch for red flags like pre-approved credit offers addressed to your eight-year-old or mysterious medical bills. Third, check if your child has a credit report—if they do and they’re under sixteen, something’s fishy.\n\nThis is Steven Chayer with the DisputeVoice Podcast Show. Remember, scammers count on shaming their victims to keep them silent. DisputeVoice publishes the names and evidence online, shining a light on disputes and making sure Google puts the facts front and center for everyone to see. Check out DisputeVoice.com for the latest posts, and watch for us on the frontlines of consumer protection.”}