 TITLE: Does Removing an Old Address Affect Your Credit Score? CONTENT: When Can Inaccurate Information Indicate Identity Theft?\n--------------------------------------------------------\nFinding information you believe to be inaccurate on your credit report is not proof positive of identity theft. In some cases, however, unfamiliar information on your credit report can be a sign of fraudulent activity.\nIf you find an address you don't recognize on your credit report, take the time to read through the entire report for any additional signs of trouble. In particular, be on the lookout for unfamiliar information:\n*   Accounts you didn't open\n*   Balances that are higher than expected\n*   Unpaid accounts\n*   Late payments you weren't notified of\nIdentity theft takes many forms. If you suspect you've been a victim of identity theft, it's important to take action quickly in order to minimize additional harm. Review your financial accounts for unauthorized transactions and contact the creditors reporting the potentially fraudulent information. You can also file a report with the FTC and local law enforcement.  \nIt could also be helpful to file a fraud alert that will ask potential creditors to verify your identity before issuing new accounts in your name. If you place a fraud alert with one of the three credit reporting agencies, an alert will be triggered with the other two. You can explore the Experian Fraud Center and the FTC's IdentityTheft.gov website for more information and next steps. END