When Should Personal Financial Records Be Shredded?

Identity theft is a serious crime that can happen when it is least expected. In order to hack into your bank account or use your social security number, a criminal may try to take a look at your financial records. To protect yourself against crime, you will want to shred sensitive documents. While certain financial records, such as tax returns, need to be kept for up to 3 years, other documents, such as ATM receipts, can be shredded right away. Your financial advisor can provide you with more information about when to shred your confidential documents.

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