Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Tips to reduce the risk of identity theft (Part 1)

1. Shred financial documents.
2. Never clink on links in unsolicited emails.
3. Do not use obvious passwords.
4. Do not give out personal information.
5. Protect your social insurance number.
6. Keep your personal information in a secure place.
7. Be alert to bills that do not arrive when they should.
8. Be proactive about unexpected credit cards or account statements.
9. Be alert for credit being denied unexpectedly.
10. Respond immediately to calls or letters about purchases you never made.

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