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How to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft:
Shred all documents containing your personal information before you throw them away.
Don't carry your Social Security card, passport, or unnecessary credit cards with you on a regular basis.
Get a copy of your credit report every year and inspect it thoroughly.
Never leave your credit cards in your car or other unsecured places.
Don't put your Social Security Number on your checks.
Every month, review your credit card statements. If there are any suspicious purchases, call the issuing bank.
Don't give out your personal information over the phone unless you initiated the call and are 100% positive who's on the other end.
When ordering things over the Internet, only order from sites that offer secure transactions (if you're not sure, ask); never put your Social Security Number or credit card information in an e-mail.
Sourced from:
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Home Security
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