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Protect Yourself From Identity Theft!
Protect
yourself from identity theft by being alert to the following:
1.You
don't receive expected bills.
2. You
start to receive mail signaling an address change to didn't
initiate.
3. You
receive credit cards you didn't apply for.
4. You
suddenly start to get denied for credit.
5. You
receive calls from debit collectors about companies or merchandise
you have no recollection about.
PROTECT YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION!
1. Mail
your letters and bills from the post office.
2.
Remove mail from the mail box promptly
3. Tear
or shred your charge card receipts, bank statements, and all
financial or personal documents.
4.
Store your social security card in a safe place.
PROTECT YOUR COMPUTER!
1.
Update your virus protection software and firewall regularly.
2.
Avoid storing financial information on a computer with an always-on
connection.
3.
Avoid using auto-login features and log off when finished.
TAKE
ACTION IMMEDIATELY IF YOUR IDENTITY IS STOLEN!
Equifax
1.800.525.6285
Experian 1.800.437.5120
Trans-Union 1.800.680.7289
Tele-Check 1.800.710.9898
Certegy,
Inc. 1.800.437.5120
International 1.800.366.5010
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