Learn how you can help protect yourself
Here’s what you can do
Imagine looking at your credit card statement and seeing charges you didn’t make. It’s not a good feeling! Here are a few tips that will help stop fraud from happening to you:
- Check out your credit report – Keeping tabs on your credit report can give you a heads up about cards you didn’t open
- Throw away important papers carefully – Shredding anything important like statements and credit card offers can help keep your personal information just that – personal
- Carry fewer cards – Try carrying only one or two credit cards
- Never write your PIN down – Memorizing your PIN will keep it safe
Be alert – Ask extra questions whenever you are asked for your credit card or social security number
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