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Remember that nothing that is worth anything is free.
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If someone that you do not know offers to do you a favor, they probably have an ulterior motive.
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Never give any personal information out to an unknown source over the phone or Internet.
(If someone asks for personal information, ask to speak to his or her supervisor and inform him or her you will be calling the Police to make a fraud report.)
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No reputable business will call you or email you for this information!!!
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If you receive a phone call or email telling you that you have won something that you did not apply for, it is more than likely a fraud.
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No legitimate organization will not ask for any money or a Credit Card number in order to claim a prize.
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Protect yourself against identity theft by shredding all documents and safe guarding your account numbers, social security numbers and credit card numbers.
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Always maintain your credit cards and secure the credit card numbers.
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If you suspect that you have been the victim of credit fraud, call your credit card company and have them run a query of your charges.
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Never give your bank account numbers over the phone. Especially if unsolicited!
