Avoid Becoming a Victim of Fraud

Protecting Yourself At Home

Use a cross cut shredder to destroy any financial documents or credit solicitations.
Never carry your social security number in your wallet or write it on a check.
Don’t give out personal information over the phone, Internet or through the mail unless you know who you are dealing with.
If you employ outside help or are having work done in your house, make sure you store your personal information in a secure location such as a home safe. Some banks also offer safe deposit boxes to keep your belongings secure.
Enroll in eStatements so bank and credit card statements are sent electronically rather than to your mailbox at home.

Use a cross cut shredder to destroy any financial documents or credit solicitations.
Never carry your social security number in your wallet or write it on a check.
Don’t give out personal information over the phone, Internet or through the mail unless you know who you are dealing with.
If you employ outside help or are having work done in your house, make sure you store your personal information in a secure location such as a home safe. Some banks also offer safe deposit boxes to keep your belongings secure.
Enroll in eStatements so bank and credit card statements are sent electronically rather than to your mailbox at home.