How do I restore my credit after Ive been a victim of fraud?
A. As a crime victim, you are required to take steps to protect your rights. A criminal using another persons identity usually uses the persons name and credit information for a short time. Your credit may have been damaged in the process. With your help and patience, we can help you resolve your situation. To make the process as manageable as possible, we have prepared the following procedures to help you resolve any problems with your creditors, remove inaccurate information from your credit report and prevent any further fraud from occurring. We hope these steps will help clarify your situation. For more information, please contact the Fraud Victim Assistance Department at 1-877-525-3823 or for Quebec residents, please call 1-877-713-3393 to add a fraud protective statement to your credit report. The following steps will assist you to restore your credit: Step One: Review your credit report Review your TransUnion credit file for any unauthorized account and inquiry information. Shou
