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privacy: Warning: New ID Theft Law So Subtle You May Have Missed It - 02/02/07 01:20 PM
A bill that was signed into law back in May 2006, but didn't go into effect until Jan. 1 may have been overlooked by those of you owning a business. If you are in charge of the payroll or are in business for yourself, then keep reading as there is a law that applies to the issuance of paychecks.
In a polling of business owners in Maryland, several business owners did not realize that as of Jan. 1, 2007, it is now illegal to print Social Security Numbers on paychecks and wage statements. Many businesses have been using SSNs on the paychecks … (4 comments)
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privacy: Credit Monitoring Not Good Enough to Prevent ID Theft - 12/27/06 09:18 PM
Not too long ago there was an article in the New York Times that highlighted the fact that credit monitoring services are mostly a waste of money. The article discussed an id theft victim's plight after 26 credit cards, several cars, and even a home mortgage were acquired using that person's SSN.
It goes to show how many companies (this victim was using Equifax's service) are finding ways to profit from the ID theft problem. ID Theft related services can be found for around $5 per month based on annual fees and rise from there. Some banks offer ID Theft related … (2 comments)
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privacy: Betrayal by Trusted Friend and Neighbor - 12/21/06 09:02 AM
This is one of those cases that involve more than one area of fraud and identity theft. Additionally, it highlights the fact that you can be a victim when you least expect it and by whom least suspect. It also shows how the elderly are prime targets for mortgage fraud and identity theft.
It involves a couple named Albert and Santa Basile, an elderly couple that seemed to do everything right. The couple nevertheless has been plaqued by health issues within their family. They had a loss of their 27-year old son and are now in poor health. Their daughter, now 44, … (13 comments)
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privacy: Robert D. Ashby Earns Certified Identity Theft Risk Management Specialist (CITRMS) Designation - 12/12/06 07:24 PM
Robert D. Ashby, President of Solid Rock Mortgage Corporation has successfully completed the Certified Identity Theft Risk Management Specialist curriculum and now joins the ranks of select professionals nationwide who have earned the CITRMS certification.
The CITRMS certification program is the nation’s only training program specifically developed for professionals who are dedicated to educating and assisting clients, customers, businesses, and the general public in combating the epidemic of Identity Theft and related fraud. CITRMS-qualified professionals are employed by financial institutions, financial services firms, law enforcement and other government agencies. Many others are private practitioners including attorneys, CPAs, financial advisors, counselors, and … (2 comments)
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privacy: The Agony of Delete - 12/06/06 09:17 PM
This is the title of an article I read in one of my marketing newsletters. The article is definitely worth posting here as well, but I will put it into my own words and add some things that may be missing. The actual article can be read by clicking here.
The article highlights the fact that while most of us believe that once we delete personal data from our cell phones, PDAs, and computers that it will be erased an inaccessible. Nothing could be further from the truth. The personal data you store, such as social security numbers, bank information, and passwords, … (2 comments)
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privacy: Medical Identity Theft - The Crime That Could Kill You - 12/01/06 11:05 PM
OK, while we have all heard about Identity Theft, I am willing to bet most, if not all, of you reading this believe that Identity Theft is only financially related and never imagined your medical identity could be stolen. In fact, you may not even know what your medical identity refers to.
What is Medical Identity Theft? Simply put, it is similar to all other types of Identity Theft in that someone pretends to be you, maybe through the use of fake ids or other falsified documents, and seeks medical care in your name so your insurance will flip the bill. It sounds … (22 comments)
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privacy: Identity Theft - How at risk are you? - 12/01/06 10:19 PM
While Blanca did point to a good link (Is Your Personal Information Being Sold? ) on the selling of your personal information, here is a better link that covers the topic of Identity Theft...
Identity Theft Report
Additionally, during my training for the CITRMS (Certified Identity Theft Risk Management Specialist), I found that while the link above is a great place to start, there is a lot more you need to know and do to protect yourself, and your business.
I intend to post more about the items you need to be aware of as time goes on. For now, I hope you enjoy this … (4 comments)
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