Archive for January 2016
IRS, States and Tax Industry Ask for Public’s Help to Fight Identity Theft
IRS, States and Tax Industry Ask for Public’s Help to Fight Identity Theft With tax season underway and millions of families expecting refunds, the entire tax community is working together to fight back against tax-related identity theft. The time is now to protect your personal, financial and tax data online and at home, and we…
Read More6 tips for seniors to protect themselves from ID theft
6 tips for seniors to protect themselves from ID theft It seems like seniors have a target on their foreheads, and ID-theft criminals are taking aim to steal their information and money. Worse yet is that all too often seniors are ID-theft victims at the hands of friends and relatives. Take note and take action…
Read MorePersonal information of job applicants exposed in Allentown
Personal information of job applicants exposed in Allentown Ann Paynter was making her routine stop at Allentown’s recycling center a few weeks ago when something caught her eye as she tossed her items into the paper recycling bin. “I saw what looked like an application, a job application,” she said. Looking further, she saw what…
Read MoreIdentity theft: Be careful when purging sensitive documents
Identity theft: Be careful when purging sensitive documents A lot of people start the new year by cleaning house. If that’s your annual tradition, the Better Business Bureau reminds you to do it safely. Be careful how you throw away documents. “Be very careful about what sensitive documents and personally identifiable information you may also…
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