Intro:
Before you begin
Step 1:
Understand the origin of the system
Step 2:
Contact a direct marketing association near you
Step 3:
Contact the companies you do business with
Step 4:
Contact the major list sellers (USA)
Step 5:
Contact the credit bureaus
Step 6:
Be patient

2torial #0514: Learn2 Avoid Junk Mail (Continued) Contact the credit bureaus A lot of direct mail consists of offers for loans or credit cards (there are now something like over 7,000 cards available). Credit bureaus are the main culprits for this source of mail. To opt out of this kind of direct mail for all three of the major credit bureaus in the U.S., you can call one number: 1-888-5 OPT OUT (1-888-567-8688). Alternatively, you can write to any of the credit bureaus, stating that you want to be removed from direct mail solicitation lists and giving your full name, Social Security number, date of birth, and mailing address (also include your former address if you moved in the last 6 months). The credit bureaus share this information, so writing to one should get you off all three lists. Equifax Options, P.O. Box 740123, Atlanta, GA 30374-0123 Experian, Consumer Opt Out, P.O. Box 919, Allen, TX 75013 Trans Union LLC's Name Removal Option, P.O. Box 97328, Jackson, MS 39288-7328 Step 6