Monday, November 13, 2006

Identity Theft

Today's talk is about identity theft. We are in a vulnerable time. There are millions of illegal (undocumented) immigrants in the USA. They are using someone else's social security number to work, to get a driver license, auto loans, credit cards and even a mortgage. To stay on the safe side, it is better to check your credit report often or you can hire a company to check it for you. If something goes wrong on the company's watch they will spend up to $25,000.00 to correct the problem. You still have to watch over the company you hire.
There are three main credit bureaus, which keep tabs on us. They are Equifax, Experian and Trans Union. Each of them charge under $10.00 if you want to get a credit report. If you are denied a loan or employment due to your credit history, you can obtain a free credit report within 60 days of the denial by contacting the reporting credit bureau.
But once a year it is available free just for asking.
Free annual credit report can be obtained at:





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