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What is Phishing?

Phishing is a term commonly used in the identity theft rings. It is when someone sends out multiple scam emails in hope of catching a victim. Some of the largest scams have hit big players in the financial markets such as Citibank and Paypal. The key to phishing is how extremely easy it is to “look” authentic on the Web. Don’t trust what you see on the Internet. Also be wary of what you receive in your email box. Identity thieves are crafty criminals and know how to deceive you right out of your credit card or social security numbers. … Continue reading →

Stop that Credit Junk Mail

Do you receive credit cards offers in the mail? Well, take that as a good sign about your credit, but a bad sign about your vulnerability. These offers not only fill up the recycling bin, they leave you exposed to mail crime and identity theft. Many of us can easily say we receive at least a handful of pre-approved credit offers in the mail each week. What do you do with these? If you don’t plan to use any of them, they probably end up in the trash. Hopefully you also put them through the shredder first. If these offers … Continue reading →