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Ann4576
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Subject: Unknown Accounts on my report
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Fri May 29, 2009 4:04 am
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I received a card statement for an unknown account. I checked my report and discovered the same account was reported along with 2 others i have never opened; together there is $500 payment due. I have no clue of these accounts. I have always been regular with payments apart from a few slips. My score has gone down from 675 to 580.
I am still in college and need some loans pretty soon. I want to clear it all up as soon as possible. Please help. |
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rachael
Joined: 11 May 2009
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Subject: Identity Theft
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Fri May 29, 2009 4:35 am
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Hi Ann,
It could be a case of identity theft. Somebody might have stolen your personal information to open new accounts in your name. You should take the following steps as soon as possible:
1) Call any one of the credit bureau and ask them to place a fraud alert on your credit report. This will prevent the thief from opening any other new account in your name.
2) Contact the credit companies, whose names are mentioned against the fraudulent accounts on your credit report. Tell them that you are a victim of identity theft and do not owe the debt
3) Send certified letters to the CC companies explaining the issue in details.
4) You should also file a complaint with the FTC by calling the toll free helpline number (877) IDTHEFT (877-438-4338) or you can file your complaint online on "www.ftc.gov"
5) Report about ID theft to the local police department. You must retain copies of the report you have filed.
You must check your credit report regularly, even after all the issues are settled. This will give you clues, in case there is any other case of ID theft. |
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scott
Joined: 28 Jun 2006
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Fri May 29, 2009 5:06 am
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Hi Ann
To raise your score which has gone down due to Identity Theft, you should dispute the fraudulent accounts with the credit bureaus. Send your Dispute Letter through certified mail. You should clearly mention all the 3 accounts that have been wrongly opened. Attach copies of the police report you have filed.
Under the FCRA, the credit bureaus should investigate within 30 days after receiving your Dispute Letter. They should also send you a copy of your credit report, after the errors are corrected.
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SCOTT
Use your credit account responsibly and enjoy a debt free life. |
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