Category Archives: Insurance

Should I pay for ID theft protection?

Ben O20 asked: I bank with Lloyds TSB and they offer a service called http://www.privacyguard.co.uk/ to protect you against ID theft. It costs £6.99 a month and was after some advice on if it’s worth it. Should banks not cover … Continue reading

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Identity Theft Protection, How To Avoid Being a Victim

Matthew Stanton asked: Your identity is probably the most important physical aspect that you have. In business transactions, in making loans, in school and work requirements and even in just proving that you exist, your identity becomes a very significant … Continue reading

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Military Personnel and Families and Identity Theft

Randy Vezina asked: As a member of the U.S. Military and away from your usual posting, you should consider placing an “Active Duty Alert” on your credit report.  This alert will help to minimize your risk of identity theft while your … Continue reading

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Airports and Identity Theft

Randy Vezina asked:  First thing we want to point out is that the airline pilots, stewardesses, maintenance staff, restaurant staff, baggage handlers, ticket agents and all other airport employees show up every morning to begin their work day so that they … Continue reading

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Child Identity Theft

Randy Vezina asked:  When a child is born, a parent may apply for a Social Security number for that child.  A child’s Social Security number is very much sought after by identity thieves.  The child identity thief could be a family member (uncle, aunt cousin), another adult … Continue reading

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