Consumer Information
Beware of Online Phishing!
“Wells Fargo” sends request for account information – Don’t fall for this! As I was sorting through my e-mail today, I noticed an “Account Security Measures Notification” from “Wells Fargo” notifying me that my identity had been compromised. (E-mail in .pdf included below). Right away, I knew it was a scam, especially since Wells Fargo…
Read MoreThe Customer Is Always Right!
Roy M. in Santa Rosa, CA writes in on the Mail Boss locking mailbox, and more… You guys are the greatest! Thank you for all your kindness, advice and patience. The world would be a better place if there were more people like you! My old mailbox has been demolished twice by baseball bats. I had put…
Read MoreCurbside Comparison: Pry Resistance
Evaluating the pry resistance of Epoch Design’s curbside mailboxes, there is very little difference among the models. Due to the overall heavier-duty construction of the Mail Boss Curbside and Package Master, they rate slightly better than the Mail Manager, though: All Mail Boss mailboxes include a patented anti-pry latch locking mechanism that make them exceedingly…
Read More“The World’s Greatest Mailbox!”
… Not our list, and Mail Boss makes the cut Allied Postal Products has some super helpful information on their website www.theworldsgreatestmailbox.com, including a list of the best locking mailboxes available. A post called “Top Locking Security Mailboxes” reads: There are quite a few security mailboxes to choose from. With security, capacity, and durability in mind, these…
Read MoreWhy Mailboxes are Federal Property
Once you install your mailbox, and it is ready for the receipt of mail, you effectively lease your mailbox to the federal government for the service of mail delivery. Let’s not forget that, as long as you have an up-to-code mailbox, receiving mail is a free service.
Read MoreCredit Card Fraud Infographic
Credit Card fraud: If it hasn’t happened to you already, it probably will eventually. It’s a growing problem, and while you can take precautions to protect yourself, there is no sure-fire prevention. We found a really interesting infographic on credit card fraud from the Huffington Post in an article advising 16 things you must do when your…
Read MoreMail Boss Recommended Touch-Up Paints:
Rust-Oleum® Protective Enamels Heavy-gauge galvanized steel construction and a powder-coated finish make Mail Boss locking mailboxes durable and built-to-last. But even powder coat finishes can be damaged due to accidents, vandalism, and long-term environmental weathering. If your Mail Boss gets scratched or dinged and the powder-coated finish is compromised, it is important to use a…
Read MoreInfographic: ID Thieves Heart College Students
As any reader of our blog will know, we often discuss the rising risks of identity theft and how you can better protect yourself and your family. So when the team over at Mailbox Big Box sent us over this infographic highlighting the trend of identity thieves targeting college students, we figured we ought to…
Read MoreHow to Stop Holiday Package Theft
More and more consumers are doing their holiday shopping online. This is convenient for those who would rather avoid the hustle and bustle of the shopping centers; but thieves are also taking advantage of this trend, stealing packages off of porches at an alarming rate. Thankfully, there are many things you can do to protect…
Read MoreOasis Jr Mailboxes Targeted in Recent Mailbox Burglaries
Updated Dec. 15 Consumers across the nation are becoming aware of the stolen mail-identity theft connection and purchasing locking mailboxes for protection. While many people may think that simply having a locked mailbox is a sufficient deterrent to mail thieves, increasingly that is not the case. The fact is most locking mailboxes can be easily…
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