I've often joked that if any thief tapped into my accounts they would feel the urge to put money INTO them. While I like to still think that's true - I admit that this identity theft crap has me a bit concerned and somewhat angered! I am concerned because it's too easy for folk to get into my private affair$ and angered because it's too easy to get all into my bu$ine$$! After one of my girls got her identity stolen I immediately ran out and got a shredder, I check my bills closely and I sign the back of my cards: Ask for ID. But is that enough to lock in protection? You know I can count the times that a sales person asks for my ID, right? And then, what about paying at machines where no one is there to check an ID?
So, the other day I was listening to Michael Baisden and he urged his listeners to check their credit to make sure no one is tampering with it. He also mentioned and highly recommended the service: LifeLock.com. I admit, I'm still on the fence and need to check my credit reports - but I'll be doing it sooner rather than later. Cuz what really concerns me is not the fact that thieves will use my existing cards, these bonsofsitches will open new shyt using my name. Hey, if I can't go out and have a grand ol' time -- the credit bureaus bettah NOT let anyone else have a good time in my name! So, you may wanna check out what folk are saying about LifeLock in their reviews. I know I will be!
Saturday, May 3, 2008
LifeLock.com: Protect Your Identity
Moved by The Creator, Merely posted by CapCity at 5/03/2008
Labels: identity protection, incentive, self preservation
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i cant listen to MB, he talks about the same thing every week it seems
Identity theft is on the rise. Especially now that the economy is in the shape that it's in.
btw...i have posted the answers to yesterday's questions. thanks 4 participating.
and i have added you to the crew
Damn, that's terrible. I will have to start checking mine more thoroughly. I'm pretty on the ball though, because I live by a strict budget.
Thanks for visiting my blog :)
I have heard of Michael Baisden talk on this in the past. I need to make sure no one else is getting stuff in my name. I've worked too long and hard to have excellent credit. Don't need anyone taking that away from me!
In 98 someone stole my credit card numbers and was charging gas, clothes, and food in California. It was a very stressful time in my life. I have never been to rodeo drive and here someone is spending all my money shopping! I don't throw any personal info away without shredding it first. Great topic!
T-Dawg - sometimes he actually talks about something I want to hear;-)
12kyle - as they say: Vigilance is Eternal! thanx for the add, Bruh!
Ms. Smack - I'm hoping it's enough to keep my spending "close" - but i also know i need to check. thanx for reciprocating;-).
Jewells - u know I know - we work TOO hard! I can't afford to have someone else living la vida loca on MY dime!
L.Renee - it's unfortunate that u had to endure that. See? When I hear about this happening to everyday folk & not just the rich & famous - then I KNOW i need to check it out! thanx;-)
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