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He's saying after the 90 days is up, you'll still be vulnerable (because your SSN/DOB won't change). Better to just freeze indefinitely and lift when necessary unless you know you're going to be opening a new account soon.



I get that - I was just sharing the information about a Fraud Alert, which unlike a "freeze" is free and allows you to still apply for credit without lifting the alert.




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