did someone buy a Jaguar using your good name?
Ever wondered if someone could REALLY use your credit report information to go on a shopping spree?
Oh, yes. Unfortunately, this happened to Bill Kirst in the Washington, DC area. Someone stole his identity and bought a used Jaguar. How would you like to pay for a luxury car you don’t own?
Propelled by this incident Bill decided to jump on top of managing his finances in a BIG WAY. That’s how he came to use Geezeo. Read about Bill’s experience in the Washington Post. Bill, thanks for using Geezeo and sharing your story!
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April 16th, 2008 at 10:23 am
[...] 2 – Raise your credit score. Now is the time to read up on what it takes to raise your score. For example, do not open new lines of credit. Do not close any long-standing credit lines. Pay down your cards. Aim for a score of 700 or above. With a high score you’ll have the best negotiating power and financing alternatives. Request a copy of your score from Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. (This step also protects you from identity theft. See: (Did someone buy a Jaguar with your good name?) [...]