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Ten Ways to Protect Your Family from Identity Theft

For the Mommas

Ten Ways to Protect Your Family from Identity Theft. Identity theft is increasingly a concern for families. With hackers tapping into major businessesí credit card information, and credit card companies issuing offers to your toddler, you never know where or how your information can fall into the wrong hands.

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Tips for Protecting Your Identity

Saving Cents With Sense

Suggest that your potential landlord use a service like Mysmartmove to conduct a background and credit check. There’s no reason to be walking around with your social security card, in fact, it’s a top way to get your identity stolen. Get a Shredder. Keep the Card at Home. Monitor Your Statements.

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Spring Clean.Your Home Office

Family Balance Sheet

If you are getting too many credit card offers, look inside and you should find a phone number to have your name removed from their data base. I don't get any credit card offers anymore. Invest in a shredder. They are really not that expensive considering that they will help prevent identity theft.

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How Long Should You Keep Financial Documents

Family Balance Sheet

Any bills for big purchases like jewelry, appliances, computers, etc, should be kept permanently for insurance and warranty purposes. Credit Card Statements - These can also be found online, so I'm not sure a paper copy is necessary, unless you need it for documentation for tax deductions, then see Taxes below.