Identity Theft Prevention Information for Seniors
According to the FTC, there were more than 8 million identity theft victims in 2006 and 2007. There is a global black market for stolen identities. Your Social Security number is the key to credit and banking accounts and the main target of criminals. How do you protect yourself? |
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Rebuild Your Credit Record
It is possible to rebuild your credit record by taking steps to reestablish your credit, says LSU Agricultural Center family economist Jeanette Tucker. "People experience credit problems for a variety of reasons," Tucker says, adding, "Job loss, unexpected medical bills, divorce and money management mistakes are among the most frequent causes. |
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