Protect Your ID, Save the Planet

Got junk mail? Everyone does – an average of nearly 11 pieces each week. Some of it can tempt us to buy more than we should. Some of it even puts us at risk of identity theft, such as credit card offers that fall into the wrong hands. Recent articles from _Marketwatch_ and _SmartMoney_ suggested opting out of credit card and insurance offers by going to . You’ll have to give out your Social Security number, but the articles said it’s completely confidential and safe. You can also get off lists for five years for a $1 fee, stop getting so much , and get off .
h3(matt). Matt’s View
p(matt). Here’s one more benefit of opting out from all those unwanted catalogs and credit card pitches. By one estimate, 11 pieces of junk mail each week is the equivalent of two trees per year. So, by getting off all those mailing lists you’ll do more than just save money and protect your identity – you’ll help save the planet.