Top Ten Steps for Avoiding Identity Theft
By Jim Newell
It may not be really possible to completely protect yourself from the possibility of Identity Theft; however there are steps you can take to lessen the probability. (more…)
Archive for March, 2008
Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow - The Story of Scams
Scams are an old story that’s written anew every day. Some scams have been around for at least a century, such as the Spanish prisoner scam, which has evolved into the Nigerian letter scam of today. Many newer scams utilize the latest in technological advancements to make it ever easier to part fools from their money. And not just fools-careful, intelligent people also fall prey to the many scams that pervade our everyday life. Scam artists, the rare criminals justifiably referred to as “artists,” often have a knowledge of psychology that would make Sigmund Freud proud. These criminals know just which buttons to push to appeal to our fears, friendships, charitable instincts, compassion, optimism, greed, and desire for quick-and-easy solutions to life’s problems. (more…)
Identity Theft Protection - Because You Never Know When You Are At Risk
By Greg Shuey
Identity Theft occurs when someone wrongfully uses your personal identification to obtain credit, loans, services, even rentals and mortgages in your name. They may even commit crimes while impersonating you! It is never fun and something that you shouldn’t wish upon anyone. (more…)
What is Identity Theft? How can you Safeguard your Personal Information?
By Jim Newell
Identity theft is when someone obtains, and illegally uses, your identification information, such as name, address, date of birth, social security number or mother’s maiden name. (more…)