Q: What advice and resolutions may BBB offer to consumers in 2020?
A: As the New Year begins, it’s an important time to think about simple changes we can make to ensure that this New Year is better than the last. The Better Business Bureau offers 10 New Year’s resolutions to help you avoid scams, and prevent identity theft and be a smarter consumer in 2020.
Remember, being a savvy consumer is ultimately about staying one step ahead of scammers. The way to do that is to take your time and do your research before making a decision. The scammers are counting on you to be too busy to take these simple steps to protect yourself. By taking a few minutes to implement these tips, you can outsmart scammers and fraudsters.
BBB’s Top Ten New Year’s Resolutions for a Consumer-Savvy 2020:
1. Implement a credit freeze. A credit freeze is the best way to protect yourself from financial identity theft because it restricts access to your credit file, making it impossible for identity thieves to apply for a new line of credit in your name. Best of all, it’s now free to freeze and thaw your credit when required.