1 |
Never
leave your credit cards unattended at work. There are more
credit card thefts in the workplace than in any other single location.
Do you need
all of them with you? |
2 |
Don't
leave your credit cars in your vehicle. A high proportion of credit
cards are stolen from motor vehicles. |
3 |
Always
check your credit card when returned to you after a purchase.
Make sure it is your credit card. |
4 |
Never
give your credit card number over the phone unless you are
dealing with a reputable company and
you have called to place an order. |
5 |
Always
check your monthly credit card statement. Make sure the
charges are yours. Report them to your credit card company if the
entry is not
yours. |
6 |
Sign
the back of a new credit card as soon you get it. Destroy unwanted
credit cards so no one else can use them. |
7 |
Memorize your
credit card Personal Identification Number (PIN) or security code.
Don't write it down. |
8 |
Make
a list of all your credit cards and their numbers. This key
information is helpful when reporting lost or stolen credit cards. |
9 |
Report
lost or stolen credit cards immediately. Most fraudulent
use of credit cards takes place within days of their being lost
or stolen. |
10 |
When
traveling, carry your credit cards with you or make sure
they are in a secure location. |
