On Thursdays, I share my thoughts on Family Finances.
Back in May, I shared with you my 2007 encounter with the crime of Identity Theft. I promised to nag you regularly about the topic, hoping to help you to avoid the inconvenience, frustration, waste of time, and tremendous financial outlay I went through in recovering my good credit. It's very easy to become lax and assume this won't happen to you. I've decided that paying for identity theft protection is a worthy investment and will never again go unprotected.
Today, I want to give you a simple reminder that you can and should obtain a free copy of your credit report TODAY and begin the process of knowing and protecting your identity.
Today, take time to order your free annual credit report:
- By telephone: (877) 322-8228
- Online: www.annualcreditreport.com
- By mail. Print out the order form here:
https://www.annualcreditreport.com/cra/requestformfinal.pdf
There are other steps you can and should be taking to protect your family from identity theft. But this one is fast, easy and free so today there are no excuses!
On the Bookshelf:
The Wall Street Journal. Complete Identity Theft Guidebook: How to Protect Yourself from the Most Pervasive Crime in America
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