Protect Your Wallet In Case Of Theft

Despite our best efforts, it can still happen. But you can lessen the fallout and damage from a lost or stolen wallet, by taking a few simple precautions: * Avoid carrying with you anything you don't really need on your person at all times. Most of us carry things around that we could easily do without. * For whatever you decide you really do need to carry with you at all times, make a record of the entire contents. Photocopy the front and back of all cards, noting down the appropriate toll-free service numbers to each. * Keep copies of the list at home and at work. That way, you will be able to report loss or theft immediately, regardless of where you are at the time. * Make sure to keep your list up-to-date, when your cards are replaced with new ones, for example. * Notify credit card companies and banks immediately upon loss or theft of your purse or wallet. * If blank checks were taken, it's best to close the account and open a new one (assurances from your bank notwithstanding). * File a police report and keep a copy. The documentation might be required for insurance claims and other purposes. Tips courtesy of FamilyCorner.com Magazine -- http://familycorner.com May be printed for personal and educational purposes only. Copyright © 2005, FamilyCorner.com Magazine, Inc. All Rights Reserved Click to return to the tip