Police Warn Burglars Are Using Social Networks - 09/25/10 06:52 AM
Another 'makes sense to me' tip from Robert Siciliano...I try to post them every now and then to my Localism page 'Lebanon News to Use' because of their useful content.

Via Robert Siciliano (Identity Theft Speaker):
The sage advice used to be “don’t tell the world you are on vacation via your outgoing answering machine.” Then we pretty much eliminated answering machines and the advice pertained to voicemail. As we got more technology, the same message was don’t tell the world you are on vacation via your emails auto responder.
For a few years now I’ve been warning people about … (3 comments)

Strong Passwords Aren’t Enough - 09/23/10 03:23 PM
Another great post from my colleague Robert Siciliano that I want to pass on to the readers of my Localism site...Good information for anyone who uses a computer on a regular basis.

Via Robert Siciliano (Identity Theft Speaker):
I’ve said it before, use upper and lower case, use number and letter combinations and when possible, if the website allows it, use special characters. It has been documented that “Adding just one capital letter and one asterisk would change the processing time for an 8 character password from 2.4 days to 2.1 centuries.”
It is great advice to strengthen your passwords. It … (0 comments)

Cheaper than renting. Honest! - 09/22/10 05:11 PM
Huge doublewide in very nice park in Grantville, PA...3 bedrooms, 2 baths, family room, laundry room...1792 sq. ft. of living space...Open floorplan...Existing appliances included, washer, dryer, refrigerator, stove, dishwasher...New roof in August 2009...All electric, garden tub in master bath, skylights in kitchen, deck...Close to Hollywood Casino & Penn National Race Track...Park rent of $365.00 per month paid thru February 2011...$40,000.00...Keystone MLS#170343...144 Houston Dr., Grantville, PA 17028...Call Ernie Steele at Prudential Homesale Services Group, 1402 Quentin Rd., Lebanon, PA 17042, 717-273-3774... www.LebanonPaRealEstate.com  SOLD & SETTLED!

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Mistakes To Avoid Prior To Home Ownership. - 09/21/10 08:46 AM
Herb Johnson writes some informative posts, many of which, like this one, I re-blog because of the content...His points here are good reading for anyone considering a purchase.

Via Herb Johnson Northern Kentucky Realtor, Remax (REMAX Affiliates):
1.   Spending more than you make. This can lead to real danger in not being able to afford to purchase.  Create a budget you can live with and cancel credit cards you do not use before applying for a loan.
2.   Not Saving Enough for Down Payment and Closing Costs. Be sure to include these items when working on your home buying budget.  It will be … (2 comments)

More ATM Skimmers Being Used By Gangs - 09/13/10 01:19 PM
Robert always has good points to make about security...Locally, many businesses are now using the PIN panels with the built-in shield...Just always try to be careful...Someone else wants your money for nothing.

Via Robert Siciliano (Identity Theft Speaker):
A report issued by the FTC finds that customers in the process of withdrawing cash from ATMs are more likely to be victims of ATM fraud than a direct, physical crime, and skimmer devices have recently been found on gas pumps and ATMs throughout Northern California.
ATM skimming occurs when a device is placed on the face of an ATM, often over … (2 comments)

Lebanon County SOLD statistics August 2009/2010 - 09/10/10 05:01 AM
Some interesting statistics for Lebanon CITY properties. These numbers came from Keystone MLS and compare August 2009 to August 2010. Active listings are UP, sales are DOWN, average price is UP, average days on market is DOWN.
                  # Active Listings    #Sold     Average Sale Price     ADOM
2009                     164                   25               $72,520.00              80
2010                     209                   11               $82,718.00              75
Also interesting is that this comparison holds true to Lebanon County sales statistics as a whole year to year for the same period.
2009                    1215                 113             $152,171.00            93
2010                    1455                  81              $159,785.00            87
So, if you have a home you want to sell what does … (3 comments)

Dealing with Online Harassment - 09/09/10 05:04 AM
Robert is a personal and home security expert. I find many of his posts interesting and like to pass them on when I think they are relevant to the general public. I thought this one was very informative. Enjoy.

Via Robert Siciliano (Identity Theft Speaker):
I was watching Back to the Future II with a little person in my life and thought how funny it was that every time McFly was called a chicken he would accept the challenge and throw up his dukes. Maybe it’s funny to me because I’m kind of like McFly. When someone tosses out an … (5 comments)

Gorgeous Victorian Estate - 09/07/10 10:05 PM
The heading says it all...Over 4 acres...Virtual tour available online...16 rooms, 4 baths, 7 fireplaces, heated in ground pool, over 9,000 sq. ft. of living space...Original woodwork, 19th century American HISTORY made here, too many pluses to try to even mention in this format...Keystone MLS#169598...137 Furnace St. Lebanon, PA...Qualified buyers only...Proof of funds required for all showings...$1,300,000.00...Listing agent MUST set up and attend all showings...No sign on property...Call Ernie Steele for your private tour...717-273-3774...Prudential Homesale Services Group...1402 Quentin Rd. Lebanon, PA 17042... www.LebanonPaRealEstate.com

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Fresh Lebanon County Produce is availble RIGHT NOW! - 09/06/10 11:30 AM
Here's an update on some great places for LEBANON COUNTY fruits and veggies. I used some of my personal favorites but everyone has their own. Just remember, buying local as much as you can keeps your money here in our county and what you buy is picked fresh almost daily.
Fresh fruits and veggies are plentiful this time of year.  Some of our favorite places to get produce every year are MAPLE ACRES on east Maple St on the left as you're heading to SEYFERTS ORCHARDS. MAPLE ACRES grows most of their own vegetables (tomatoes, onions, zuchinni, all colors of peppers, … (0 comments)

Lebanon County Library Information - 09/03/10 09:12 AM
Not everyone knows where to go to find this info so I thought I'd post it here for my Lebanon County readers.
Annville Free Library, 216 E. Main St, Annville, (717)867-1802
Lebanon Community Library, 125 N. 7th St., (717)273-7624
Matthews Public Library,102 W. Main St., Fredericksburg, (717)865-5523
Myerstown Community Library, 199 N. College St., Myerstown, (717)866-2800
Palmyra Public Library, 325 S. Railroad St, Palmyra, (717)838-1347
Richland Community Library, 111 E. Main St., Richland (717)866-4939
 
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Lebanon County Senior Center Info - 09/03/10 08:36 AM
Useful information for Lebanon Countys senior citizens to avail themselves of programs, trips and other activities.
Annville Senior Community Center (717)867-1796
Maple Street Senior Community Center (717)273-1048
Myerstown Senior Community Center (717)866-6786
Northern Lebanon County Senior Community Center (717)865-0944
Palmyra Senior Community Center (717)838-8237
Senior Center Of Lebanon Valley (717)274-3451
Southern Lebanon County Senior Community Center (717)274-7541
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Almost 13 Million Records Breached in 2010…So Far - 09/02/10 11:06 AM
Roberts blog posts about identity theft, safety, scams etc. always make for good reading...If you're not a subscriber to his blog, you may want to be...I don't think you'll be disappointed.
Via Robert Siciliano (Identity Theft Speaker):
According to the Identity Theft Resource Center, there have been 371 data breaches that have exposed 12,871,065 records so far this year in the United States.
NetworkWorld reports that businesses suffered the most breaches, making up 35% of the total. Medical and healthcare services accounted for 29.1% of breaches. The government and military made up 16.2% of breaches. Banking, credit, and financial services experienced 10.5% … (1 comments)

Lebanon, PA Stone Single - 09/02/10 10:59 AM
Beautiful, well maintained limestone single for sale in secluded, quiet neighborhood. White Oak hardwood floors, 11 X 16 covered porch, economical gas heat, integral one car garage. Keystone MLS#169520...$145,000.00...306 S 11th St, Lebanon, PA.  Call 717-273-3774 to make your showing appt.. Ernie Steele & Chrissy Herr, Prudential Homesale Services Group, 1402 Quentin Rd., Lebanon, PA 17042.

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