Consumer Corner Column

You’ve probably seen those commercials on TV – the ones offering you a free credit report or credit score. Many of these companies are trying to lure you into signing up for a credit monitoring service that is not free, but federal law does require the three major credit reporting agencies to provide you with a free copy of your credit report once a year.

“I’m on the Do Not Call list, so why do I keep getting these phone calls?” Unfortunately, this is one of the most common questions our office receives. While placing your number on the Do Not Call list is a great way to reduce the number of unsolicited telemarketing calls you receive at home, it’s not perfect and won’t stop the worst actors from calling you.

For many Kansas seniors, a power of attorney is a useful tool in asking someone for help managing this important aspect of their lives. So, it’s valuable to understand the importance and significance of this powerful legal tool.

Identity theft remains one of the fastest growing crimes in the nation – and Kansas is no exception. Last year, for the first time, identity theft was one of the top 10 categories of complaints received by our office.