DOWNSIZING IN AUSTRALIA
Destroying and shredding documents
As we all see or hear on the news these days , identity theft is a common problem . So many things can be used to steal one ’ s identity . As you sort through your belongings , you may find old cheques , bills , credit card statements and other documents that you have been hanging on to . These can be potential targets for identity thieves . Never assume that no one is interested in these old papers . While you may be tempted to throw them away or stick them out on the kerb for Council pick-up , it is in your best interests to do a little more work in order to protect yourself .
Your best bet is to shred all of these old papers . If you don ’ t own a shredder , there are many places that will shred your documents for you . Sometimes the city or a local church provides those services for the community . Most Officeworks
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