7 On Your Side: How to fix credit when your identity is stolen

SAN JOSE, Calif. (KGO) -- When your identity is stolen, there are all kinds of services you can pay to protect your credit. But consumer advocates often recommend you save your money by doing it yourself.

Having your identity stolen can be a scary thing, but fixing it doesn't have to be difficult.

Click here for more information on how to put an alert on your credit report.