September 1, 2010 in Fraud & Scams, Privacy & Security
If you don’t use credit and never go online, you don’t have to worry about identity theft, right? Many seniors may feel that philosophy applies to them – and they couldn’t be more wrong. The very qualities that make some seniors feel safe – a tendency to not use credit much, operating on a cash ...
August 24, 2010 in Fraud & Scams, Privacy & Security
All across America, the fastest-growing white-collar crime has been identified as “identity theft.” It affects individuals and employers alike in insidious ways.Nearly 30 million cases in the last five years, 9.9 million last year alone; almost everyone knows someone who has been a victim. But there’s still the attitude that somehow it always happens to ...
October 15, 2009 in Privacy & Security, Wills and Trusts
If you were incapacitated, would anyone be able to find your important records and take care of your family’s financial or business matters? Having important papers organized and accessible in advance can be very important in an emergency or crisis situation. Consider the following for organizing your important records. Location. Options for storage might include ...
October 15, 2009 in Privacy & Security, Safety
If you had a burglary or fire in your home tomorrow, would you be able to rely on your memory when filing a claim? The items you use every day may come to mind quickly – but what about that set of silverware used only on special occasions? An inventory of your household goods, in ...
September 4, 2009 in Fraud & Scams, Privacy & Security
The Federal Trade Commission reports that as many as 9 million Americans have their identity stolen each year. As the economy grows tighter, identity theft grows wider. What is identity theft? How do thieves steal an identity? What do they do with a stolen identity? Most importantly, what can you do to fight this rapidly ...
