Lett’er rip
Develop an efficient system for shredding all your old and unnecessary financial paperwork.
Always protect your identity. It can be a nightmare to establish a good credit rating after an identity fraud. You know those credit card offers are already pre-printed with your name and address, right? Shred ‘em.
If you receive financial data from groups or organizations you’re affiliated with (as a board member, committee member, etc.), be sure to shred that information or offer your copies back to the organization.
Make sure your shredder is conveniently located and always ready to receive (the basket needs to be emptied for recycle day!), so your paperwork won’t pile up.
