Identity Theft
What? Protect! Credit Report
Identity Theft
Someone wrongfully acquires and uses a consumer's personal identification, credit, or account
Help Protect
Help by protecting your Social Security number, protect financial information, verify a sources before giving personal information, safeguard your purse/wallet, use internet wisely, use passwords, carefully dispose of mail and trash, check credit reports, and protect your identity.
What in your wallet?
Carry only what you need. Do not carry your Social Security card, passport, or/and birth record.
Check Credit Reports
Use should check your credit reports for any errors at least once a year, and use all the reporting agencies. There is only three reporting agencies. To help and improve your credit report you can pay bills on time, keep balances low on credit cards, and pay debt off as soon as possible.