> > > << Subject: SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER > > > Subject: End distribution of your Social Security number, etc. > CALL:1-888-567-8688 > > Just wanted to let everyone know who hasn't already heard, the four > major credit bureaus in the US will be allowed, starting July 1, to > release your credit info, mailing addresses, phone numbers, etc., to > anyone who requests it. If you would like to 'opt out' of this release > of your info, you can call 1-888-567-8688. It only takes a couple of > minutes to do, and you can take care of anyone else in the household > while making only one call, you'll just need to know their social > security number. > > Once the message starts you'll want option #2 (#1 sounds like the > right one but it's not) and then option #3 (#1 is only for 2 years. > Make sure you wait until they prompt for the third option which opts > you out forever. > > I received their paperwork in the mail confirming my 'opting out'' > within less than one week of making the call. > > > PASS THIS MESSAGE ON TO ALL IN YOUR ADDRESS BOOK AND YOUR PERSONAL FRIENDS > > >