1)The names of three nationwide consumer reporting companies are Equinox, Expericorps, and TransAmerica. The actual names are Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion.
2)Use random numbers and letters rather than info people can find out.
3)Identity theft refers to a broad variety of criminal misuses of your name.
4)You can place an alert of your Social Security Number by calling one of the 3 nationwide companies.
5)Take action immediately once your info has been stolen.
6)If you aren't getting anymore bills your account still might be hijacked.
7)The best way to get a free copy of you credit report is to file a Freedom of Information Act Request. The Fair Credit Reporting Act allows you to ask and receive a free credit card every 12 months.
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