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Someone trying to steal my address?

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  • oldtractor
    oldtractor Posts: 2,262 Forumite
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    jeystone wrote: »
    SOmething like this happened to me, someone online tried to obtain a loan in my name, but diff address..result? I got a cat 4 fraud CIFAS marker...they do like to blame the victim
    Thats dreadful
  • James
    James Posts: 2,059 Forumite
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    YOU can use your Credit File to protect yourself by using the Free ID Protection System.

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    Or you could take out CIFAS Protective Registration.

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    Compare both systems:


    CIFAS ProtectiveRegistration offers some simple, easy benefits:

    · Stopsidentity fraud at the point of application.

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    · Doesnot affect your credit score.

    · Preventionof fraud, not insurance against the losses caused by it.

    · Recognisedby nearly 300 public and private sector organisations*.

    · Quickand easy application process with no additional sales or marketing calls.

    · TheProtective Registration will remain for a year, but you can request theremoval of the Protective Registration by writing to the address below.

    · Alsoavailable for directors whose company is at risk of corporate identity fraudand against the name of any deceased party (by a relative or executor) who maybe at risk of impersonation attempts.



    Free IDProtection offers some simple, easy benefits:

    · Providesan indication and warning of attempted fraud in real time. ***

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    · Nomonthly or annual fees. Enrolment costs 3 stamps, 3 envelopes and 3 letters tothe Credit Reference Agencies. ***

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