Protect Yourself from Identity Thieves

And here at National Iron Bank, we are doing all we can to help protect you. Along with following the suggestions below, we have a privacy policy to help ensure that your identity is safe. Each of our employees understands the importance of confidentiality. We only give out information when allowed or required by law.

Here are some ways to protect yourself:

• Keep your Social Security card and passport in a safe place. Do not carry them with you unless absolutely necessary.
• Limit the amount of identifying information, including credit cards, you carry.
• Shred all financial information, such as unsolicited convenience checks, applications and bank statements.
• Do not give out information by phone, unless you initiated the call or know the person.
• Pay attention to billing cycles and follow up if bills don’t arrive on time.
• Report lost or stolen checks to your bank immediately. Your bank will block payment on the check numbers involved.
• Closely guard your ATM Personal Identification Number (PIN) and ATM receipts.

To learn more about protecting yourself from identity theft, contact National Iron Bank at 860-435-2581 or stop by one of our offices.