Security — B-FREE — Martha Theus, CPA

Is Your Social Security Number Exposed?

I’m going to share how this happens and what you can do about it.

Martha TheusSeptember 29, 2022Security

Is Zelle safe??

If you don’t use Venmo, then what can you use?

Martha TheusSeptember 22, 2022Business Skills, Security, Tech Tools

Protect Yourself Against Tax Preparer Fraud

One of the most common financial scams this time of year is tax preparer fraud. This is nothing new. I’ve seen this fraud many times over the past 30+ years, but it has gotten worse since technology has actually made it easier.

Martha TheusFebruary 22, 2022Taxes, Security

Why I Don’t Use VENMO and What You Need to Know if You Do

Last week, in a manner of minutes, President Biden’s Venmo account was hacked and the privacy of his contacts and payments made to them were exposed.

Martha TheusMay 17, 2021Tech Tools, SecurityComment

Protect Yourself Against Wire Fraud!

This week is about wire fraud and how to protect yourself. According to the FBI’s IC3 (Internet Crime Complaint Center), in 2019 $3.5 billion were lost due to wire fraud scams.

Martha TheusFebruary 17, 2021SecurityComment