Online Security & Fraud Prevention

Looking for the ways to protect your personal information, avoid identity theft, or detect potential fraud?  We’ve compiled a list of resources to assist:

• 10 Things You Can Do to Avoid Fraud, by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
• How to Keep Your Personal Information Secure, by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
• When Your Information is Lost or Exposed – Report & Get a Recovery Plan, by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
• Consumer Protection & Cybersecurity, by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)
• Internet Crime Prevention Tips, by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

If you have additional questions or concerns about your online security, please contact us.

Credit Reports & Scores

The three major consumer credit bureaus include Equifax, TransUnion, and Experian.  The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) requires each of these nationwide credit reporting companies to provide you with a free copy of your credit report, at your request, once every twelve months.

• How to Order a Free Credit Report & Avoid ‘Imposter’ Sites, by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
• Order a Free Credit Report, by annualcreditreport.com (the only free credit report site authorized by federal law)
• Understanding Your Credit Report & Score, by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)
• Credit Freeze Frequently Asked Questions, by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

Credit Bureaus:

Equifax  equifax.com  800.525.6285

Experian  experian.com  888.397.3742

Transunion  transunion.com 800.680.7289

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