How To Protect Your Credit From Fraud
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How to Safeguard Your Credit from Fraud
Maintaining a good credit score is essential for nearly every financial transaction today. Even opening a checking account might require a certain credit score. To protect the reputation you've worked hard to build, it's crucial to guard against fraud. Here are some effective strategies to help you safeguard your credit.
1. Regularly Monitor Your Credit Report
Review your credit report at least once a year. You're entitled to one free report annually from each of the three major credit bureaus. Scrutinize these reports for any discrepancies and immediately contact the credit bureau if something seems off.
Be especially vigilant with the inquiries section?"it shows who has accessed your credit information. Unknown inquiries could signal that someone is trying to open accounts in your name. Also, check the addresses listed on your report. Unknown addresses could indicate identity theft.
2. Protect Your Social Security Number
Avoid carrying your Social Security card in your wallet. Most people memorize their number, so there's no need to carry it. Keeping this information secure is vital, as it's a primary target for identity thieves.
3. Use a Paper Shredder
Invest in a paper shredder to destroy documents before discarding them, even seemingly unimportant ones. Shredding can prevent thieves from obtaining sensitive information from your trash.
4. Control Credit Card Offers
Contact credit card companies to stop receiving unsolicited offers in the mail. These offers can be easily stolen from your mailbox or trash and used to open accounts in your name, causing long-term damage to your credit.
5. Guard Personal Information
Never share personal information over the phone unless you initiated the call. Fraudsters can use technology to disguise their phone numbers, making them appear as local or familiar businesses.
For example, a scammer might call from California and make their number appear as a local bank in Michigan. If you receive a suspicious call, hang up and contact your bank directly to verify the call's legitimacy. More often than not, such calls are fraudulent.
By making a few simple lifestyle changes and applying common sense, you can effectively protect your credit from fraud. Take these steps today to secure your financial future.
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