If you are, or suspect you may be, a victim of fraud or identity theft, place a Fraud Alert on your credit report to alert potential creditors or lenders. When alerted, they can take steps to protect you.
You can contact the credit bureaus at any time to place a fraud alert:
Equifax (www.equifax.com)
Or call 1-888-766-0008
Experian (www.experian.com)
Or call 1-888-397-3742
TransUnion (www.transunion.com)
Or call 1-800-680-7289
Social Security Administration Fraud Hotline
Phone: 1-800-269-0271
How to obtain a free credit report:
Visit www.annualcreditreport.com or call 1-877-322-8228.