Q.
Is there an identity theft protection program available
for businesses?
A. No, because businesses
are considered less vulnerable than individuals.
Business activity is such that fraud is usually
recognized early.
Because
businesses and top-officers face heavy penalties
if personal information is lost from the work-place,
it seems wise for them to meet FTC standards in
this area through a no-fee service available through
us.For more information, contact Ron@knowidtheft.com.
Q.
Is identity theft protection available for children?
A.
No, because children don't have work or credit
histories, so monitoring credit activity isn't productive.
We understand that a leading risk management company
is researching possible assistance to children,
however, and we'll post that information as soon
as it is available.
Q.
Does "locking-down" my Social Security
Number, through a fee-based service, prevent identity
theft?
A.
No. Social Security Numbers aren't checked for
validity when thieves apply for drivers licenses,
jobs or receive medical care using stolen identity.
Locking-down SSN's can be done by individuals themselves
by notifying one of the credit bureaus. The problem
with doing that is the individual's credit isn't
available to him, as well.
The
best solution remains credit monitoring combined
with full fraud and credit restoration and supporting
legal services. For more information, contact Ron@knowidtheft.com.
