How to Recover From a Financial Security Breach

How to Recover From a Financial Security Breach
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Anne Johnson
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There are different types of security breaches or identity theft. It can wreak havoc on your credit. And, unfortunately, some breaches can hurt your child’s future credit too. Knowing what can happen is one thing, but if a breach does occur, it’s essential to know what steps should be taken to clean up the mess.

But what can you do if your computer has been hacked and your identity stolen? You must act quickly, and there are numerous steps to take.

Act Fast to Fix the Fraud

Contact the fraud department of your bank or credit union and explain to them what happened. They‘ll issue you a new debit card and have you choose a new PIN. They’ll also monitor your accounts.
Anne Johnson
Anne Johnson
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Anne Johnson was a commercial property & casualty insurance agent for nine years. She was also licensed in health and life insurance. Anne went on to own an advertising agency where she worked with businesses. She has been writing about personal finance for ten years.
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