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Requesting that your banks, credit card companies, and other financial accounts begin sending you paperless bills and statements is good practice because it reduces the amount of waste as well as the number of documents every month that has your personal information printed on them. Regularly monitoring your identity and credit reports is an even better practice.

Regular monitoring of your identity and credit can alert you when something on your credit reports has changed as well as let you know if your identity has been compromised - such as when a new account has been opened in your name without your knowledge or approval. Regular monitoring can give you peace of mind as you know that your identity is in the best hands - your hands. With regular credit and identity monitoring along with help from ID Guards, you can be sure that your credit and identity will work for you the next time you need to apply for a home or auto loan, make a major purchase, or even apply for a new job.

To stay even better protected, keep these tips in mind:

• Keeping your mailbox and garbage cans locked or put away from view can keep your personal information safe from thieves who would go through them
• If your regular mail - such as credit card statements or bank account statements - are not being delivered as normal, calling the company and inquiring about it can help determine if thieves have redirected your mail
• Subscribing to a credit and identity monitoring service - like ID Guards - can provide you with insurance coverage to help recover any losses you suffer due to identity theft.