Free Document Shredding
Do you have documents like
tax papers or
bank statements that you want to get rid of, but have no way of safely disposing of them? With reports of identity theft on the rise, it is important to dispose of these financial records properly.
WTAJ's Central PA Green and
Burgmeier's Shredding of Altoona are teaming up to provide a
free day of residential document shredding on
Wednesday, August 19, 2009 at the WTAJ-TV Office located on Scalp Avenue in Johnstown. Not only is this a great opportunity to get rid of clutter in your home, but it's also a great way to help the environment by
recycling!
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Time: 12 Noon - 7:00pm
Location: WTAJ-TV Office, Scalp Avenue, Johnstown
Restrictions:
Residential Shredding ONLY
40-Pound Limit
How Your Documents Are Shredded/Protected
You may be wondering what happens to your files after they are shredded. Burgmeier's provides a flow chart and further explanation of what happens when you give them your secure information. This slide show gives you more information on their shredding services. (Requires Microsoft PowerPoint)
Learn Details of the Shredding Process >>
You may be leery of throwing away some of your important financial or personal records, but after a while, you may sitting on a mound of paperwork. How long should you keep these papers? Utah State University has compiled a summary of what to keep and what to toss in your personal finance cabinet.
Find Out What to Keep and What to Toss >>
With identity theft becoming more of a problem, especially on the internet, it has become very important to take steps to prevent your identity from being stolen. There are many things you can do to help make sure that your personal information doesn't wind up in the wrong hands.
Check Out Tips on Preventing Identity Theft >>
