Identity Theft is an ongoing problem!

Keep yourself informed on ways to protect your personal information.  * Shred Instead! *

Skilled identity thieves use a variety of methods to steal your personal information, including:

• Dumpster Diving. They rummage through trash looking for bills or other paper with your personal information on it.
• Skimming. They steal credit/debit card numbers by using a special storage device when processing your card.
• Phishing. They pretend to be financial institutions or companies and send spam or pop-up messages to get you to reveal your personal information.
• Changing Your Address. They divert your billing statements to another location by completing a "change of address" form.
• "Old-Fashioned" Stealing. They steal wallets and purses; mail, including bank and credit card statements; pre-approved credit offers; and new checks or tax information. They steal personnel records from their employers, or bribe employees who have access.

If you think your identity has been stolen, here's where you can find help: http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/microsites/idtheft//

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