Minimize the Risk of Victimization

To reduce or minimize the risk of becoming a victim of identity theft or fraud, there are some basic steps you can take. For starters, just remember the word "SCAM":

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• Be Stingy about giving out your personal information to others unless you have a reason to trust them, regardless of where you are.
• Check your financial information regularly, and look for what should be there and what shouldn't.
• Ask periodically for a copy of your credit report.
• Maintain careful records of your banking and financial accounts.

Even if you take all of these steps, it is still possible for you to become a victim of identity theft. Awareness is an effective weapon against many forms identity theft. Armed with the knowledge of ways to protect yourself and take action, you can make identity thieves' jobs much more difficult.

This information was obtained from the Federal Trade Commission.

To learn more and or to book an identity theft seminar by Roy Fenoff, please call Roy at (307) 399-5532 or send him an email to expert@royfenoff.com