If you invest in auto insurance, lock your door or buckle your seat belt, then shred your documents. Any document left astray with your account numbers, social security number or other identifying data puts you at risk of identity theft. Don’t risk financial loss, damage to your credit score, or the emotional distress of getting robbed!
And if you have a lot to shred, or if you are avoiding spring cleaning in your office because of that giant shred bill, I have the answer. On Saturday, April 18th, my friends Jennifer and Carren at Legacy Real Estate are putting on their annual free shredding event in San Francisco.
FREE Drive-Up Drop-Off Shred Event
📍 1224 Fairfax Ave, San Francisco, CA
🗓️ Saturday, April 18th, 2026 | 10AM – 1PM
Got old files stacking up? Say goodbye to paper clutter after tax season, the safe (and fun!) way.
✅ No cost
✅ Drive-through convenience
✅ Secure & eco-friendly shredding
Hosted by your local real estate team — Jennifer Burden & Carren Shagley | Legacy Real Estate
🚛 We’re bringing the shred truck back and the vibes with it. Mark your calendars and tell your neighbors!
(And then stop at Office Depot and get a shredder, plug it in and use it regularly)
Documents that you will want to shred include:
- Bank statements
- Credit card statements and even credit cards can be shred by most services or machines
- Receipts
- Utility bills
- Pre-approved credit card offers
- Old tax documents (keep for 3 to 10 years, ask your accountant!)
- Pay stubs
- Any document containing personal information such as Social Security numbers, account numbers, or passwords.
Note – if something simply has your address, there is no need to shred those items.
While shredding alone isn’t a complete solution, it is a simple and effective habit to activate in your life. Other precautions such as safeguarding personal information online, using strong and unique passwords, monitoring financial accounts regularly, and being cautious with sharing personal information in person or online are also crucial for reducing the risk of identity theft.