Identity Theft:Six Steps; Identity Theft: Six Steps Every Victim MUST Follow

Identity Theft: Six Steps Every Victim MUST Follow

Cleaning up the mess left by identity theft is time consuming, stressful, and expensive. Some people actually give up and just pay off the fraudulent charges of identity theft because it's the only way that they can improve their credit rating. Here are the steps you need to follow if you believe that you are a victim of identity theft:
Step 1: Contact the Three Major Credit Bureaus
Contact the fraud departments at each bureau. Explain that you are a victim of identity theft and that you would like to be contacted personally before any credit is issued in your name.
Equifax (800) 525-6285
Experian (888) 397-3742
Trans Union (800) 680-7289
Insist that they place the account under investigation for identity theft if it is to remain on your credit report.