Serge F. Petroff offers several practical tips to help clients stay informed about their financial situations. “Awareness is your first line of defense. Use your Annual Free Credit Score to monitor any changes in your credit report, and act immediately if there’s any activity you don’t recognize,” advises Mr. Petroff. “By staying vigilant and regularly reviewing their reports, clients can take charge of their financial security and prevent potential damage.”
According to Equifax, understanding one’s credit report and score is essential for financial health. Regularly monitoring credit reports allows individuals to identify discrepancies and unauthorized accounts that could indicate identity theft. Credit bureaus emphasize that if individuals notice unfamiliar accounts or changes in their credit reports, they should take immediate action to protect their finances and credit integrity.
Petroff Amshen LLP is committed to helping clients understand the critical relationship between credit scores and identity theft. With nearly two decades of experience, the firm focuses on consumer rights, credit repair, and creditor-debtor cases. Its team of experienced attorneys provides personalized legal strategies that address each client’s unique credit challenges and helps restore financial health.