Stolen Future -The foster care system in the United States serves approximately 700,000 youths. Every year over 26,000 of those children age out of foster care. As those youths transition into adulthood, good credit is essential. If a foster youth’s credit has been damaged by identity theft, then that young person may not be able to get a job, apply for student loans, obtain a car loan, or even get a cellphone. Indeed, as youths age out of foster care, poor credit can be a major obstacle to their independence and financial stability. Read more…