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The Venerable Paper Shredder: You can only shred the mail you get!
It never ceases to amaze me to learn that most of the people I talk to either own a paper shredder, burn, or cut up the personal information they receive at their homes. These people are wary to prevent this information from getting into the hands of identity thieves. When I ask them where they get this personal information, most of them think for a second or two and reply, “I guess most of it comes out of my mailbox”…
Read MoreTips from a Sergeant
4 Tips for Preventing Mail Theft from Sergeant Rich Ziarkowski Mail and identity theft are fast-growing crimes in the United States, and local and federal governments are working hard to keep consumers alert and safe. In this informative video, Sergeant Rich Ziarkowski of the St. Lucie County Sheriff Department shares these 4 tips to preventing…
Read MoreWhat the USPS Won’t Tell You
Recently I received a letter from the United States Postal Service (USPS) with a list of tips aimed at protecting me from identity theft. There is a lot of common sense included here, as well as some good information. Among their recommendations are these points: If you applied for a credit card and didn’t receive…
Read MoreReasons to Buy a Locking Mailbox
Security Mailboxes: A one-time investment in peace of mind A high-quality secure locking mailbox is a maintenance free one-time investment that could prevent you from losing thousands of dollars and destroying your credit. If you do not own a locking mailbox, you are highly vulnerable to becoming a victim of mail theft and identity theft.…
Read MoreOther Locking Mailboxes: Part I
Mail Boss competitors fail to provide mail security If you are like many Americans, you may have resorted to buying a locking mailbox to prevent your mail from getting into the hands of mail identity thieves. You know that a secure locking mailbox can help protect you from the epidemic of identity theft, but you…
Read MorePreventing Drive-By Mailbox Damage
Mailboxixchange.com provides useful tips for protecting your mailbox Mailboxixchange, a distributor of Mail Boss locking mailboxes online, recently published an informative article advising consumers on how to prevent drive-by mailbox damage. If your mailbox often falls victim to drive-by vehicle damage, and you find yourself replacing your mailbox frequently, there are several steps you can…
Read More20 Ways to Prevent Identity Theft
According to the Federal Trade Commission, identity theft is the most reported form of fraud. Identity theft and mail theft go hand-in-hand. While identity theft can involve the Internet and world wide web, most criminals don’t rely on technical savvy to steal personal information. They simply look for lost wallets, burglarize mailboxes, or dumpster dive…
Read MoreVP Corner: I Just Don’t Get It!
I just don’t understand. The more I read and hear about identity theft, the more I see that a very large portion of this huge problem stems from mail theft. Yet, very few people out there advise the public to use a secure locking mailbox. Is there some sort of conspiracy going on in the…
Read More16 Tips for Securing Your Home Before Traveling
Thousands of Americans escape from the area every day to explore the open road. In today’s travel planning, taking the extra steps to protect yourself and your home is essential prior to your departure. There are many common things that can go wrong while you are away, so make sure to cover all the basics…
Read MoreHome Safety Tips
Evaluating Home Security Products A common worry today is how to keep your home safe from burglary and robbery. This is understandable, considering the epidemic of theft of all kind, from mail and identity theft to corporate theft. The trick with home security is that the average consumer is no expert when it comes to…
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