#2523
08/14/07
Re: Wendy; Renting Warehouse Space
It was really easy to rent the space and the opportunity seemed to persent itself. For us it's not complete invisibility, it all depends on what degree you want to go to. My experience is this:
There was a local business (industrial) on a well traveled road with a hand written sign - office and storage space for rent. I went inside, dressed in casual business attire, introduced myself(I used my real name since bank statements, real business deliveries and the like would come there)and inquired about the space. An older gentleman owned the business and had several spaces available. I told him I needed to store items as well as receive deliveries and mail. I inquired about a deposit, he said he could care less about it, just needed first months rent and a verbal agreement to pay on time. We shook hands, and we've paid cash. He has no idea where we live. He has a number to reach us; he calls us when deliveries come in. As far as what we receive online deliveries in, initials plus a c/o "business name" that the owner can easily identify with us and the initials coincide with the name the credit card is under. What we don't do is give out the address freely, including NOT listing it on our website or business cards. People only get the address if it is a business dealing, relative, bank, or a customer, and we are very careful with it. I would like to add that while not a dump, the building is old and I spoke to the owner who was already using it for his business. The key is that his business purpose wasn't in renting the building - it was just extra space he had. Newer buildings MEANT for leasing or people that are landlords for a business are more likely going to want to ask for deposits and personal info. For our home, which we also rent, we went through a trusted friend who is a realtor. In this instance, we avoided a credit check by giving a few names and numbers of business acquaintances and offering 2 months rent in advance. Again, they have our real name but no DOB, SSN, names or relatives or the like.
Diane, , Age: 33
It was really easy to rent the space and the opportunity seemed to persent itself. For us it's not complete invisibility, it all depends on what degree you want to go to. My experience is this:
There was a local business (industrial) on a well traveled road with a hand written sign - office and storage space for rent. I went inside, dressed in casual business attire, introduced myself(I used my real name since bank statements, real business deliveries and the like would come there)and inquired about the space. An older gentleman owned the business and had several spaces available. I told him I needed to store items as well as receive deliveries and mail. I inquired about a deposit, he said he could care less about it, just needed first months rent and a verbal agreement to pay on time. We shook hands, and we've paid cash. He has no idea where we live. He has a number to reach us; he calls us when deliveries come in. As far as what we receive online deliveries in, initials plus a c/o "business name" that the owner can easily identify with us and the initials coincide with the name the credit card is under. What we don't do is give out the address freely, including NOT listing it on our website or business cards. People only get the address if it is a business dealing, relative, bank, or a customer, and we are very careful with it. I would like to add that while not a dump, the building is old and I spoke to the owner who was already using it for his business. The key is that his business purpose wasn't in renting the building - it was just extra space he had. Newer buildings MEANT for leasing or people that are landlords for a business are more likely going to want to ask for deposits and personal info. For our home, which we also rent, we went through a trusted friend who is a realtor. In this instance, we avoided a credit check by giving a few names and numbers of business acquaintances and offering 2 months rent in advance. Again, they have our real name but no DOB, SSN, names or relatives or the like.
Diane, , Age: 33
ATTENTION ALL READERS: Diana sets an excellent example for all of us. Take her suggestions seriously!
#2516
08/13/07
[personal question]
[No email address, so cannot reply in private. In any event, GET A LAWYER. TODAY.]
[No name], , Age: 42
[No email address, so cannot reply in private. In any event, GET A LAWYER. TODAY.]
[No name], , Age: 42
#2515
08/13/07
Web site promises to destroy lives for $20 per month
If you haven't locked your credit report and you can, do it quick. Also, if you haven't gotten serious about NOT depending on personal credit to make a life for yourself, do THAT quick, too. The site below is in England but it won't be long before someone creates just such a "service" here in the US offering users the opportunity to use credit reports as the basis for destroying a person's financial life.
URL #1: http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,293097,00.html
Wendy, , Age: 43
If you haven't locked your credit report and you can, do it quick. Also, if you haven't gotten serious about NOT depending on personal credit to make a life for yourself, do THAT quick, too. The site below is in England but it won't be long before someone creates just such a "service" here in the US offering users the opportunity to use credit reports as the basis for destroying a person's financial life.
URL #1: http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,293097,00.html
Wendy, , Age: 43
#2514
08/13/07
Feds Funding State Surveillance Camera Programs
The article below shows how your tax dollars are going to be used to violate your privacy. Nice, huh? How do we get invisible from the constant surveillance of cameras, especially the ones with face recognition software attached that matches the images the cameras generate against our photo IDs in state DMV databases? And how many of you think we'll eventually be like the UK where the average citizen has their pic snapped 14 times a minute or something crazy like that? (I've heard the cameras there chastise people, too! Now THAT'S creepy!) Anyway, I hope my hats and sunglasses will help keep me relatively invisible a bit longer.
URL #1: http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2007/08/12/us_doles_out_millions_for_street_cameras/
Tina, , Age: 43
The article below shows how your tax dollars are going to be used to violate your privacy. Nice, huh? How do we get invisible from the constant surveillance of cameras, especially the ones with face recognition software attached that matches the images the cameras generate against our photo IDs in state DMV databases? And how many of you think we'll eventually be like the UK where the average citizen has their pic snapped 14 times a minute or something crazy like that? (I've heard the cameras there chastise people, too! Now THAT'S creepy!) Anyway, I hope my hats and sunglasses will help keep me relatively invisible a bit longer.
URL #1: http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2007/08/12/us_doles_out_millions_for_street_cameras/
Tina, , Age: 43
I am less concerned about cameras than I am about have one's true home address in a database.
#2511
08/13/07
Renting Warehouse Space
Diane, thanks for clarifying the P.O. Box issue related to deliveries. I seem to remember getting UPS packages at the post office but not FedEx packages (though, a couple of times, they "broke down" and delivered to my P.O. box). I could remember wrong since I stopped using P.O. boxes a few years ago. Theresa's experience illustrates the importance of making sure you use a ghost address and phone number, though. Anyhow, I like the idea of renting a warehouse space since I've been trying to figure out where to get large deliveries for my new home without the stuff coming directly to my physical address. I want to know how easy this was to do and if you were required to provide a ton of personal information to get the space. Did you do this in your name or a pseudonym? Did they require your SS# or tax ID? Does anyone know of cons of this? I am trying to avoid being put into any more databases and, renting warehouse space, in some cases, can raise suspicion and thus your profile for law enforcement and other, making you less invisible.
Wendy, , Age: 43
Diane, thanks for clarifying the P.O. Box issue related to deliveries. I seem to remember getting UPS packages at the post office but not FedEx packages (though, a couple of times, they "broke down" and delivered to my P.O. box). I could remember wrong since I stopped using P.O. boxes a few years ago. Theresa's experience illustrates the importance of making sure you use a ghost address and phone number, though. Anyhow, I like the idea of renting a warehouse space since I've been trying to figure out where to get large deliveries for my new home without the stuff coming directly to my physical address. I want to know how easy this was to do and if you were required to provide a ton of personal information to get the space. Did you do this in your name or a pseudonym? Did they require your SS# or tax ID? Does anyone know of cons of this? I am trying to avoid being put into any more databases and, renting warehouse space, in some cases, can raise suspicion and thus your profile for law enforcement and other, making you less invisible.
Wendy, , Age: 43
#2510
08/13/07
NM LLC
Has the patriot act or any other post 9-11 laws affected the effectiveness and anonymity of the NM LLC?
Danny, , Age: 29
Has the patriot act or any other post 9-11 laws affected the effectiveness and anonymity of the NM LLC?
Danny, , Age: 29
Not that I am aware of. I continue to use them for all vehicles and real estate.
#2509
08/13/07
International ID System in the Works
If you thought National ID was concerning, take a look at the web site below. This system sounds like something out of a scifi novel but it's real...and real scary. Thus, I say the more you can control what's in databases about you and get as invisible as possible, the better off you'll be. Use this site wisely...and quickly.
URL #1: http://www.fixs.org/
April, , Age: 40s
If you thought National ID was concerning, take a look at the web site below. This system sounds like something out of a scifi novel but it's real...and real scary. Thus, I say the more you can control what's in databases about you and get as invisible as possible, the better off you'll be. Use this site wisely...and quickly.
URL #1: http://www.fixs.org/
April, , Age: 40s
#2508
08/13/07
Recording Conversations
Further on recording conversations, for any readers who live in Ontario there is a law called One-Party Consent.My understanding is that you may record a coversation between yourself and another party and without notifying them that you are recording. (because you are doing the recording you obviously consent) But you may not record a conversation between two other people for example without the consent of one party.
This is the law as it applies in Ontario; I am unsure about other Canadain provinces.
Sharie, , Age: 35
Further on recording conversations, for any readers who live in Ontario there is a law called One-Party Consent.My understanding is that you may record a coversation between yourself and another party and without notifying them that you are recording. (because you are doing the recording you obviously consent) But you may not record a conversation between two other people for example without the consent of one party.
This is the law as it applies in Ontario; I am unsure about other Canadain provinces.
Sharie, , Age: 35
#2507
08/13/07
US Companies Help China Track & Control Its Citizens
This article is interesting, people. I think it shows where **this** country is really headed. Those of us getting invisible surely know that US companies in this article (and similar firms) will use their China experiences to fine-tune technology that's being used more and more in the US. Be sure to note what's on these tracking and ID cards because it's only a matter of time before our government tells us they need to do this to us for "our own good". We, of course, will fight to prevent it but, eventually, we won't have a choice, especially with the specter of terrorism and other crime being 'imported' from outside the US. The real deal for using this technology is what the writer says, "a principal technique of social control has been for local government agencies to keep detailed records on every resident." This is exactly what our government is doing with databases and all but "for our own good".
URL #1: http://www.nytimes.com/2007/08/12/business/worldbusiness/12security.html?_r=1&n=Top%2fReference%2fTimes%20Topics%2fPeople%2fB%2fBradsher%2c%20Keith&oref=slogin
Tina, , Age: 43
This article is interesting, people. I think it shows where **this** country is really headed. Those of us getting invisible surely know that US companies in this article (and similar firms) will use their China experiences to fine-tune technology that's being used more and more in the US. Be sure to note what's on these tracking and ID cards because it's only a matter of time before our government tells us they need to do this to us for "our own good". We, of course, will fight to prevent it but, eventually, we won't have a choice, especially with the specter of terrorism and other crime being 'imported' from outside the US. The real deal for using this technology is what the writer says, "a principal technique of social control has been for local government agencies to keep detailed records on every resident." This is exactly what our government is doing with databases and all but "for our own good".
URL #1: http://www.nytimes.com/2007/08/12/business/worldbusiness/12security.html?_r=1&n=Top%2fReference%2fTimes%20Topics%2fPeople%2fB%2fBradsher%2c%20Keith&oref=slogin
Tina, , Age: 43
#2506
08/13/07
Re. No. 2489, PO box, home address delivery
The UPS package showed up at your doorstep because UPS(FedEx, etc.) can't deliver to a PO Box. PO Boxes only receive deliveries through the USPS.
Your Credit Card should be set up with the mailing & actual addresses as a physical ghost address. If you want to use the PO Box as the mailing address for your credit card then the post office should have the physical ghost address connected to it and not your real address. In my experience it is best not to deal with the Post Office at all. We pay a relatively small amount to rent a warehouse space and receive all mail and deliveries there about 20 miles away from our actual home. The best solution is often the simpliest.
Diane, , Age: 33
The UPS package showed up at your doorstep because UPS(FedEx, etc.) can't deliver to a PO Box. PO Boxes only receive deliveries through the USPS.
Your Credit Card should be set up with the mailing & actual addresses as a physical ghost address. If you want to use the PO Box as the mailing address for your credit card then the post office should have the physical ghost address connected to it and not your real address. In my experience it is best not to deal with the Post Office at all. We pay a relatively small amount to rent a warehouse space and receive all mail and deliveries there about 20 miles away from our actual home. The best solution is often the simpliest.
Diane, , Age: 33
#2505
08/13/07
Conversation Recording
Here's an article on the legality of recording a conversation.
URL #1: http://www.rcfp.org/taping/
Sabastian, , Age: 57
Here's an article on the legality of recording a conversation.
URL #1: http://www.rcfp.org/taping/
Sabastian, , Age: 57
#2504
08/12/07
Re: Recording Phone Conversations
Here's what I'm adding to this conversation: "Remember Linda Tripp". You know, the woman who got tripped up by recording conversations during the Clinton scandal and had to practically going into hiding? Also, before you push that "record" button on your new toy, do some research on what happened to spouses or partners who recorded phone calls of their significant others, parents who recorded their kids calls, etc. You may want to disable to the record function on that phone or return it for one that doesn't potentially violate privacy rather than have problems later when somebody else decides to record a conversation with YOUR phone without YOUR knowledge. Like Wendy said, cops can do it but we can't. (I wonder if there's a way for them to turn on the recording function on your new phone without your knowing about it to listen in like they can do with a cell phone or OnStar? Hmnmm. Another thought....)
Tina, , Age: 43
Here's what I'm adding to this conversation: "Remember Linda Tripp". You know, the woman who got tripped up by recording conversations during the Clinton scandal and had to practically going into hiding? Also, before you push that "record" button on your new toy, do some research on what happened to spouses or partners who recorded phone calls of their significant others, parents who recorded their kids calls, etc. You may want to disable to the record function on that phone or return it for one that doesn't potentially violate privacy rather than have problems later when somebody else decides to record a conversation with YOUR phone without YOUR knowledge. Like Wendy said, cops can do it but we can't. (I wonder if there's a way for them to turn on the recording function on your new phone without your knowing about it to listen in like they can do with a cell phone or OnStar? Hmnmm. Another thought....)
Tina, , Age: 43
Why not Google "Sparbuch" and "Hill"?
#2501
08/12/07
Recording Phone Conversations
I believe in most states, it's illegal to record a phone conversation without the (recorded) permission of the other party or parties involved in the conversations (e.g., you must be heard asking the other party or parties, "Is it alright to record this call?" and they must be heard saying, "Yes."). In some cases, it might be a federal offense (for example, doing so across state lines) to record a call without permission. Even if it's legal in **your** state, you need to make sure it's legal in the states where the other party or parties are located when talking on the phone with them (whether they live there or are visiting during the conversation). It's also important to know whether recording calls of others in your home is legal, regardless of their relationship to the homeowner. The bottom line, be careful with such activity because, while law enforcement can get away with recording your calls, you may not be able to record your own calls or those of another member of your household without getting into serious legal (criminal AND civil) trouble. Finally, even if you don't hear beeping during a call, don't assume your calls aren't being recorded. It's getting easier and easier to record calls surreptitiously by those determined to know what you're talking about, including PIs and law enforcement. And, it can be done, now, without direct access to your phone, from outside your house.
Wendy, , Age: 43
I believe in most states, it's illegal to record a phone conversation without the (recorded) permission of the other party or parties involved in the conversations (e.g., you must be heard asking the other party or parties, "Is it alright to record this call?" and they must be heard saying, "Yes."). In some cases, it might be a federal offense (for example, doing so across state lines) to record a call without permission. Even if it's legal in **your** state, you need to make sure it's legal in the states where the other party or parties are located when talking on the phone with them (whether they live there or are visiting during the conversation). It's also important to know whether recording calls of others in your home is legal, regardless of their relationship to the homeowner. The bottom line, be careful with such activity because, while law enforcement can get away with recording your calls, you may not be able to record your own calls or those of another member of your household without getting into serious legal (criminal AND civil) trouble. Finally, even if you don't hear beeping during a call, don't assume your calls aren't being recorded. It's getting easier and easier to record calls surreptitiously by those determined to know what you're talking about, including PIs and law enforcement. And, it can be done, now, without direct access to your phone, from outside your house.
Wendy, , Age: 43
#2500
08/12/07
Phone Recording
This is just a little heads-up for anybody who feels comfortable discussing sensitive information over the phone. I just bought a portable phone system (Uniden) and it has the built-in capability of recording phone conversations. I’m not sure if this is a new trend in phone systems, but recording a phone call, any phone call, is extremely simple now.
Ronald, , Age: 26
This is just a little heads-up for anybody who feels comfortable discussing sensitive information over the phone. I just bought a portable phone system (Uniden) and it has the built-in capability of recording phone conversations. I’m not sure if this is a new trend in phone systems, but recording a phone call, any phone call, is extremely simple now.
Ronald, , Age: 26
You might wish to check this. It may give a beep at short intervals, to alert both parties that it's being recorded. (Also, see #2501, above.)
#2499
08/11/07
another reason for LLC
JJ,
We just returned from a lengthy trip to the deep south. We flew out of Denver (DIA) and parked our truck in the East side Economy Lot (long term).
Upon returning and checking out to pay for our parking the gentleman in the booth asked 'please look at the monitor and tell me if this is your license plate number'. I was shocked and then said politely 'yes' and he started typing the information into his computer. I asked him why and he advised the it is required information due to airport security to have this information on file. (Homeland Security required) It did me no good to protest (politely) this intrusion. Just another reason to register your vehicle in a NM LLC without using your real info (and to find another place to leave your vehicle!!)
sarah, , Age: 40's
JJ,
We just returned from a lengthy trip to the deep south. We flew out of Denver (DIA) and parked our truck in the East side Economy Lot (long term).
Upon returning and checking out to pay for our parking the gentleman in the booth asked 'please look at the monitor and tell me if this is your license plate number'. I was shocked and then said politely 'yes' and he started typing the information into his computer. I asked him why and he advised the it is required information due to airport security to have this information on file. (Homeland Security required) It did me no good to protest (politely) this intrusion. Just another reason to register your vehicle in a NM LLC without using your real info (and to find another place to leave your vehicle!!)
sarah, , Age: 40's
#2497
08/11/07
Sparbuchs?
(1) Do you think it is an excellent idea to get a Sparbuch?
(2) Is it worth the effort?
(3) Or is Mr. Hill's advice outdated and the regs have changed?
George, , Age: 24
(1) Do you think it is an excellent idea to get a Sparbuch?
(2) Is it worth the effort?
(3) Or is Mr. Hill's advice outdated and the regs have changed?
George, , Age: 24
(1) Absolutely not.
... (2) NO.
... (3) Selling W. G. Hill's books today without a disclaimer stating they are way out of date is totally unethical.
... (2) NO.
... (3) Selling W. G. Hill's books today without a disclaimer stating they are way out of date is totally unethical.
#2496
08/11/07
don't want to watch the whole
...just check out the speaker's web site. It'll tell you even better than even he can what he's saying in his speech (although the Google, Yahoo and "big three" commercial database co. info is mindboggling.) I wish I'd known how much info a cop, debt collector, lawyer or PI or, if you think about it, pretty much anyone, could get based on my SS#, DOB or even phone number! (I assume my phone no. has to be associated with my SS# with the phone company.) I mean "credit (report) headers" from my credit reports that give my correct current street address?? My **most recent** credit card purchases?? I wish I'd known this 20 years ago because it's hard to change what are now bad, privacy-killing habits. You should check out this site because it provides a pretty detailed laundry list of what can be known about you than even what this guy says or what you'll read elsewhere. All I can say is get as private as you can as quick as you can and stay that way because this is scary.
URL #1: http://www.pallorium.com/PallTech.html
Tina, , Age: 43
...just check out the speaker's web site. It'll tell you even better than even he can what he's saying in his speech (although the Google, Yahoo and "big three" commercial database co. info is mindboggling.) I wish I'd known how much info a cop, debt collector, lawyer or PI or, if you think about it, pretty much anyone, could get based on my SS#, DOB or even phone number! (I assume my phone no. has to be associated with my SS# with the phone company.) I mean "credit (report) headers" from my credit reports that give my correct current street address?? My **most recent** credit card purchases?? I wish I'd known this 20 years ago because it's hard to change what are now bad, privacy-killing habits. You should check out this site because it provides a pretty detailed laundry list of what can be known about you than even what this guy says or what you'll read elsewhere. All I can say is get as private as you can as quick as you can and stay that way because this is scary.
URL #1: http://www.pallorium.com/PallTech.html
Tina, , Age: 43
#2495
08/11/07
More on Electronic Toll Device Records
From the article
Lynne Gold-Bikin, a Pennsylvania divorce lawyer, said E-ZPass helped prove a client's husband was being unfaithful: "He claimed he was in a business meeting in Pennsylvania. And I had records to show he went to New Jersey that night."
URL #1: http://wcbstv.com/topstories/local_story_222140553.html
John, , Age: 39
From the article
Lynne Gold-Bikin, a Pennsylvania divorce lawyer, said E-ZPass helped prove a client's husband was being unfaithful: "He claimed he was in a business meeting in Pennsylvania. And I had records to show he went to New Jersey that night."
URL #1: http://wcbstv.com/topstories/local_story_222140553.html
John, , Age: 39
#2494
08/11/07
Homeland Security/REAL ID/Jobs
Hi Mr. Luna. Here is a reason to follow your advice in "Skip college".
Here is a link to a story about the Government and employers checking names, ssns, photos, et al, through a database. "US citizens and other residents ...require prior approval from Department of Homeland Security to get a job,...and will include photo screening features through agreements to allow E-Verify access to the repository of photographs in state Department Of Motor Vehicles databases."
URL #1: http://www.prisonplanet.com/articles/august2007/110807Job.htm
Beau, , Age: 41
Hi Mr. Luna. Here is a reason to follow your advice in "Skip college".
Here is a link to a story about the Government and employers checking names, ssns, photos, et al, through a database. "US citizens and other residents ...require prior approval from Department of Homeland Security to get a job,...and will include photo screening features through agreements to allow E-Verify access to the repository of photographs in state Department Of Motor Vehicles databases."
URL #1: http://www.prisonplanet.com/articles/august2007/110807Job.htm
Beau, , Age: 41
#2493
08/11/07
Want to Learn What PIs, Cops & Collectors Can Learn About YOU?
Check out the kinds of databases available to them. (Keep in mind that that the US Government has much more available to them than these people do.) If you haven't gotten invisible enough, this should provide a bit more motivation.
URL #1: http://www.pallorium.com/PallTech.html#STA
Wendy, , Age: 43
Check out the kinds of databases available to them. (Keep in mind that that the US Government has much more available to them than these people do.) If you haven't gotten invisible enough, this should provide a bit more motivation.
URL #1: http://www.pallorium.com/PallTech.html#STA
Wendy, , Age: 43
#2490
08/10/07
Re. No. 2489; Mailing v. Bank Address
I don't know if this is the case with Theresa who posted comment No. 2489 but if your credit/debit card address on file with the issuing bank is you ACTUAL physical mailing address, a merchant can pull that down when you place an order no matter where you ask to have something sent. Nowadays, in many cases, merchants, especially online, are only sending orders to the address the bank has on file associated with your credit card OR the actual street address you have your credit reports mailed to. That's why it's important to use your GHOST address as your address of record for ALL risk-based services (i.e., anything that requires a credit check to receive) because if your credit report or bank address isn't THAT ghost address, stuff's gonna show up on your doorstep, period. That's a fraud prevention procedure and it's increasingly a condition you agree to for buying online. The same is true for phone numbers...get a privatephone or other similar ghost phone number and USE it. Get prepaid cell phones, etc. and use this information for ANYTHING you have to give a "public" address and "public" phone number to receive. (Hint: Make it in another state and have things forwarded to you. Your privacy is worth the cost. Your ghost phone number should closely match your ghost address.) Otherwise, you WILL be located. I know this from first hand experience and, now, even my FAMILY only has a ghost address (and pseudonym) to send me stuff. Frankly, it's best to buy things cash in the store but when you can't (or won't) refer to method above. It works.
Wendy, , Age: 43
I don't know if this is the case with Theresa who posted comment No. 2489 but if your credit/debit card address on file with the issuing bank is you ACTUAL physical mailing address, a merchant can pull that down when you place an order no matter where you ask to have something sent. Nowadays, in many cases, merchants, especially online, are only sending orders to the address the bank has on file associated with your credit card OR the actual street address you have your credit reports mailed to. That's why it's important to use your GHOST address as your address of record for ALL risk-based services (i.e., anything that requires a credit check to receive) because if your credit report or bank address isn't THAT ghost address, stuff's gonna show up on your doorstep, period. That's a fraud prevention procedure and it's increasingly a condition you agree to for buying online. The same is true for phone numbers...get a privatephone or other similar ghost phone number and USE it. Get prepaid cell phones, etc. and use this information for ANYTHING you have to give a "public" address and "public" phone number to receive. (Hint: Make it in another state and have things forwarded to you. Your privacy is worth the cost. Your ghost phone number should closely match your ghost address.) Otherwise, you WILL be located. I know this from first hand experience and, now, even my FAMILY only has a ghost address (and pseudonym) to send me stuff. Frankly, it's best to buy things cash in the store but when you can't (or won't) refer to method above. It works.
Wendy, , Age: 43
#2489
08/10/07
privacy is dead
[Edited for length] Thank you for sharing that link. Yes, I'm familiar with the info but nonetheless I am horrified.
This struck home with me once again earlier this week when I ordered an item from a new company using my P.O. Box and VIOLA [voilà]! The UPS Truck shows up on my doorstop with the package.
Theresa, , Age: 43
[Edited for length] Thank you for sharing that link. Yes, I'm familiar with the info but nonetheless I am horrified.
This struck home with me once again earlier this week when I ordered an item from a new company using my P.O. Box and VIOLA [voilà]! The UPS Truck shows up on my doorstop with the package.
Theresa, , Age: 43
See #2489, above.
#2488
08/10/07
Re: Privacy is Dead Lecture
I just watched it in it's ENTIRETY--all nearly 2 hours (again, not to toot any horns, it's a former investigative journalist thing...we're among those carefully watched by the three-letter agencies so we want to know whatever we can about privacy issues) and it was AWESOME. Now, to avid readers/followers of this site and similar privacy resources, it won't be real news. But, I will say, if you want to check whether you're doing enough to protect your privacy, this is a good way to do it. However, while you're watching, remember: Don't get ANGRY, get INVISIBLE!
Wendy, , Age: 43
I just watched it in it's ENTIRETY--all nearly 2 hours (again, not to toot any horns, it's a former investigative journalist thing...we're among those carefully watched by the three-letter agencies so we want to know whatever we can about privacy issues) and it was AWESOME. Now, to avid readers/followers of this site and similar privacy resources, it won't be real news. But, I will say, if you want to check whether you're doing enough to protect your privacy, this is a good way to do it. However, while you're watching, remember: Don't get ANGRY, get INVISIBLE!
Wendy, , Age: 43
#2487
08/10/07
Privacy is Dead Lecture
The talk includes numerous examples of actual data and investigative online resources and databases, and includes an in-depth demonstration of an actual online investigation done on a volunteer subject.
URL #1: http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-383709537384528624&q=Privacy+is+Dead&total=499&start=0&num=10&so=0&type=search&plindex=00&type=search&plindex=0
Jack, , Age: 37
The talk includes numerous examples of actual data and investigative online resources and databases, and includes an in-depth demonstration of an actual online investigation done on a volunteer subject.
URL #1: http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-383709537384528624&q=Privacy+is+Dead&total=499&start=0&num=10&so=0&type=search&plindex=00&type=search&plindex=0
Jack, , Age: 37
#2486
08/10/07
Re: Electronic Toll Device Records
Here's the thing about buying electronic toll collection devices anonymously. Thinking like a PI, spurned spouse/lover (or the former investigative journalist I am), I'd assume that the devices have some kind of serial number. Therefore, if I can get access to the device itself, I can have the records subpoenaed with that information. And, when registering them, you have to associate your vehicle tag numbers with them so all someone wanting to access the records associated with YOUR toll pass has to do is request records associated with your tags--WITHOUT gaining access to the actual device or your financial records. Therefore, if you plan to cheat on your partner, if you violate the law or violate so much as someone's sensibilities (the basis of most nuisance lawsuits) then, that person may be able to get your toll records whether you register the toll collection device anonymously or not. It just might be one of those "conveniences" you should forgo to preserve your privacy because saving money in tolls might cost you a lot more later.
Wendy, , Age: 43
Here's the thing about buying electronic toll collection devices anonymously. Thinking like a PI, spurned spouse/lover (or the former investigative journalist I am), I'd assume that the devices have some kind of serial number. Therefore, if I can get access to the device itself, I can have the records subpoenaed with that information. And, when registering them, you have to associate your vehicle tag numbers with them so all someone wanting to access the records associated with YOUR toll pass has to do is request records associated with your tags--WITHOUT gaining access to the actual device or your financial records. Therefore, if you plan to cheat on your partner, if you violate the law or violate so much as someone's sensibilities (the basis of most nuisance lawsuits) then, that person may be able to get your toll records whether you register the toll collection device anonymously or not. It just might be one of those "conveniences" you should forgo to preserve your privacy because saving money in tolls might cost you a lot more later.
Wendy, , Age: 43
#2485
08/10/07
EZ Pass - most states willingly release records
Note that some states will not only release your toll records for criminal cases, they will also release them for civil cases. Yet another reason to have an anonymous pass.
URL #1: http://www.boston.com/business/technology/articles/2007/08/10/toll_records_trip_up_philanderers/?p1=MEWell_Pos2
Mike, , Age: 46
Note that some states will not only release your toll records for criminal cases, they will also release them for civil cases. Yet another reason to have an anonymous pass.
URL #1: http://www.boston.com/business/technology/articles/2007/08/10/toll_records_trip_up_philanderers/?p1=MEWell_Pos2
Mike, , Age: 46
#2483
08/09/07
Jude---umbrella policies for protection
For Jude---I took Jack's advice a while back. I have a $2 Million liability umbrella policy on my real estate. Even though I have real estate in an LLC, I'm not counting on the LLC liability protection to save me, because I don't really use the LLC for its business purpose...it's for privacy. You could ask a lawyer about this, and I think they would recommend the insurance, because the LLC liability protection is something that does get challenged in court, and that's with LLCs that are being used for ongoing business purposes. BTW, my insurance agent looked at all of my liability coverage on my various vehicles, and was able to come up with an umbrella policy that pooled some of that protection together. As a result, it only cost me an extra $100 a year to bump up to the coverage I needed. While you're talking to the agent, it's a good time to review your other coverage....home office, jewelry, the actual value of your building given the skyrocketing values in the past 5 years... I felt it was time well spent.
Paul, , Age: 52
For Jude---I took Jack's advice a while back. I have a $2 Million liability umbrella policy on my real estate. Even though I have real estate in an LLC, I'm not counting on the LLC liability protection to save me, because I don't really use the LLC for its business purpose...it's for privacy. You could ask a lawyer about this, and I think they would recommend the insurance, because the LLC liability protection is something that does get challenged in court, and that's with LLCs that are being used for ongoing business purposes. BTW, my insurance agent looked at all of my liability coverage on my various vehicles, and was able to come up with an umbrella policy that pooled some of that protection together. As a result, it only cost me an extra $100 a year to bump up to the coverage I needed. While you're talking to the agent, it's a good time to review your other coverage....home office, jewelry, the actual value of your building given the skyrocketing values in the past 5 years... I felt it was time well spent.
Paul, , Age: 52
#2482
08/09/07
Search Google anonymously
"When you make a search on Google, your ip address, the time, and what you searched for is stored in their database forever and this information can be used in a court of law against you....When you search on Google through Googlonymous, it is Googlonymous that goes on Google and does the search for you. The only ip address that Google will see is the ip address of the server of Googlonymous. Googlonymous does not keep any record who searched for what."
URL #1: http://googlonymous.com/
Randy, , Age: 40s
"When you make a search on Google, your ip address, the time, and what you searched for is stored in their database forever and this information can be used in a court of law against you....When you search on Google through Googlonymous, it is Googlonymous that goes on Google and does the search for you. The only ip address that Google will see is the ip address of the server of Googlonymous. Googlonymous does not keep any record who searched for what."
URL #1: http://googlonymous.com/
Randy, , Age: 40s
#2481
08/09/07
property
I own my house and the property it sites on, no morgage. What can i do to protcect my property from possible law suites in the future.
Jude, , Age: 43
I own my house and the property it sites on, no morgage. What can i do to protcect my property from possible law suites in the future.
Jude, , Age: 43
For privacy, it would be helpful to sell the property to a New Mexico LLC.
... However, for protection against a lawsuit, I suggest an umbrella policy in addition to your normal insurance policy. Rates are relatively low for a two millon dollar policy.
... However, for protection against a lawsuit, I suggest an umbrella policy in addition to your normal insurance policy. Rates are relatively low for a two millon dollar policy.
#2479
08/09/07
Re: Mark #2476
[Edited for length] 1) Canadian bank accounts dominated in US dollars
can write checks to pay US bills without any problem.
2) Korean liquor stores will cash anything, for a price. I.E. with no identification, you will have to pay a large commision. with proper Gov I.D. you will pay a small commision.
max, , Age: 67
[Edited for length] 1) Canadian bank accounts dominated in US dollars
can write checks to pay US bills without any problem.
2) Korean liquor stores will cash anything, for a price. I.E. with no identification, you will have to pay a large commision. with proper Gov I.D. you will pay a small commision.
max, , Age: 67
I have never known local stores and utility companies to accept Canadian checks (even in US dollars), but if any of you readers make purchases and pay bills with an account in Canada, please let me know.
... As for Korean liquor stores -- I've never run across one in my travels.
... As for Korean liquor stores -- I've never run across one in my travels.
#2476
08/07/07
Per your response to Jack Smith
[Edited for length] My main concern regarding your advice is, what if my nominee dies?... Is it a better idea to get a foreign bank account, like say a Canadian account?
Mark, , Age: 75
[Edited for length] My main concern regarding your advice is, what if my nominee dies?... Is it a better idea to get a foreign bank account, like say a Canadian account?
Mark, , Age: 75
A Canadian account is EXCELLENT for setting aside cash, but does not work for writing checks in USA.
If you do not already have my "Invisible Money" report, I urge you to order it. Follow the instructions for using small faraway U.S. banks. Such accounts will be in your own name, no nominee needed.
If you do not already have my "Invisible Money" report, I urge you to order it. Follow the instructions for using small faraway U.S. banks. Such accounts will be in your own name, no nominee needed.
#2474
08/06/07
#2449 Beverly Hills Ian Anonymous Illinois Toll Road I-Pass
A thought on anonymous IPass.
1) Have a NM LLC and have you vehicle titled/registered in this company name with a ghost address for you NM LLC, not you real home address.
2) Get a Simon Giftcard with the necessary amount to purchase and/or keep the IPass loaded with funds and register it online in the NM LLC name, or if you want to load the IPass manually you can pay with cash at authorized loading stations.
3) Once you fill out the necessary vehicle registration information for the IPass that will point to the NM LLC you should be ready to go.
4) If you do not tell anyone you are the owner or sole member of the LLC, no one should be able to tell if the LLC has one member or a hundred.
5) If everything goes to plan, everytime you use the IPass it would register only as your NM LLC and not to you personally.
George, , Age: 46
A thought on anonymous IPass.
1) Have a NM LLC and have you vehicle titled/registered in this company name with a ghost address for you NM LLC, not you real home address.
2) Get a Simon Giftcard with the necessary amount to purchase and/or keep the IPass loaded with funds and register it online in the NM LLC name, or if you want to load the IPass manually you can pay with cash at authorized loading stations.
3) Once you fill out the necessary vehicle registration information for the IPass that will point to the NM LLC you should be ready to go.
4) If you do not tell anyone you are the owner or sole member of the LLC, no one should be able to tell if the LLC has one member or a hundred.
5) If everything goes to plan, everytime you use the IPass it would register only as your NM LLC and not to you personally.
George, , Age: 46
#2472
08/06/07
Bank account for LLC
You recomend not opening a NM LLC if you open a bank account in another state but on your site you do no mention why could you explain why you would not use a NM LLC and in my case open a bank account in Caliofornia
Jack Smith, , Age: 60
You recomend not opening a NM LLC if you open a bank account in another state but on your site you do no mention why could you explain why you would not use a NM LLC and in my case open a bank account in Caliofornia
Jack Smith, , Age: 60
I have explained my reason many times on this website. Briefly, if privacy is your concern, what will you gain? (Answer: Nothing.)
... In addition to all the information you must give to the IRS in order to get an EIN, you still have to give your name and SSN if you wish to sign any checks.
NOTE: One of the frequent contributors to this site violently disagrees with my advice. For example, she says, "As for the EIN, anyone can get that on your behalf. Since you don't name the LLC on your 1040, it doesn't matter whose name the EIN is in. I use a nominee...a trusted family friend...to get my EINs." However, if you have to get a nominee for the EIN, you may as well use the nominee for the bank account itself. This person says she has opened a dozen bank accounts without an SSN and I assume she has. However, my answers are directed to the average reader. If you wish to disregard my advice, by all means do so. But as for me, I just use a nominee for banking and avoid all the hassle with an LLC that must have an EIN.
... In addition to all the information you must give to the IRS in order to get an EIN, you still have to give your name and SSN if you wish to sign any checks.
NOTE: One of the frequent contributors to this site violently disagrees with my advice. For example, she says, "As for the EIN, anyone can get that on your behalf. Since you don't name the LLC on your 1040, it doesn't matter whose name the EIN is in. I use a nominee...a trusted family friend...to get my EINs." However, if you have to get a nominee for the EIN, you may as well use the nominee for the bank account itself. This person says she has opened a dozen bank accounts without an SSN and I assume she has. However, my answers are directed to the average reader. If you wish to disregard my advice, by all means do so. But as for me, I just use a nominee for banking and avoid all the hassle with an LLC that must have an EIN.
#2471
08/06/07
Re: Lifelock
The consensus seems to be that they do not offer anything that you cannot do yourself for free.
URL #1: http://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/2007-07-19/news/money-for-nothing
Todd, , Age: 32
The consensus seems to be that they do not offer anything that you cannot do yourself for free.
URL #1: http://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/2007-07-19/news/money-for-nothing
Todd, , Age: 32
#2470
08/06/07
LifeLock & Similar Services
Mark, you can go directly to the credit reporting agencies (CRAs) to get your credit reports frozen, a service that's available free for those over 65 in some states. For others, it doesn't matter what your age or if you use a commercial credit report freezing service (whose goal is to make money on the other services it sells to you) or if you do it yourself since the process has to be lawful in your state for you to do it at all and in those states where it's available, you have to meet that state's criteria to be able to freeze your credit report. Since credit report freezing is available for residents of California, use the link below, which provides instructions for the all of states where the service is available, to get instructions for doing it yourself.
URL #1: http://www.consumersunion.org/campaigns/learn_more/003484indiv.html
Wendy, , Age: 43
Mark, you can go directly to the credit reporting agencies (CRAs) to get your credit reports frozen, a service that's available free for those over 65 in some states. For others, it doesn't matter what your age or if you use a commercial credit report freezing service (whose goal is to make money on the other services it sells to you) or if you do it yourself since the process has to be lawful in your state for you to do it at all and in those states where it's available, you have to meet that state's criteria to be able to freeze your credit report. Since credit report freezing is available for residents of California, use the link below, which provides instructions for the all of states where the service is available, to get instructions for doing it yourself.
URL #1: http://www.consumersunion.org/campaigns/learn_more/003484indiv.html
Wendy, , Age: 43
#2469
08/06/07
LifeLock
I was wondering if you have an opinion about LifeLock, whose membership is escalating very rapidly?
URL #1: http://www.lifelock.com
Mark, , Age: 75
I was wondering if you have an opinion about LifeLock, whose membership is escalating very rapidly?
URL #1: http://www.lifelock.com
Mark, , Age: 75
See #2470 and #2471, above.
#2468
08/06/07
Update on Utilities
Thanks for your message, John. I did speak to the phone company (Qwest)and told them of the stalking. They gave me a choice of giving them my driver's license number and a non-refundable fee of $200 (residential plan) or giving them the name of my trust/company and the EIN of the trust, along with a refundable $40 deposit (business plan). Although it's more expensive, I'm assuming it would be better to choose the business plan. Are there any security/privacy problems with providing the EIN to the phone company or any other utility company?
Mary, , Age: 45
Thanks for your message, John. I did speak to the phone company (Qwest)and told them of the stalking. They gave me a choice of giving them my driver's license number and a non-refundable fee of $200 (residential plan) or giving them the name of my trust/company and the EIN of the trust, along with a refundable $40 deposit (business plan). Although it's more expensive, I'm assuming it would be better to choose the business plan. Are there any security/privacy problems with providing the EIN to the phone company or any other utility company?
Mary, , Age: 45
I once obtained a residential plan by giving them a deposit and showing them my passport rather than a driver's license. You might wish to try that.
#2465
08/05/07
Mary 2459
Mary,
Try telling the various utility companies that you are a victim of a stalker and/or identity theft and you don't want any personal info on file where it could easily be used to track you down. Since this is all to common in todays age they may work with you, although it may still take some talking. Don't take no for an answer though...ask to speak to a supervisor/manager/etc until you get what you want. As JJ mentioned, offer them a deposit in lieu of this and ask them to put an "alias" down for the info. Use a very common name (i.e. Sam Williams..this works well because they don't know if its a man or womans name) to further shield you from any search attempts.
John , , Age: 38
Mary,
Try telling the various utility companies that you are a victim of a stalker and/or identity theft and you don't want any personal info on file where it could easily be used to track you down. Since this is all to common in todays age they may work with you, although it may still take some talking. Don't take no for an answer though...ask to speak to a supervisor/manager/etc until you get what you want. As JJ mentioned, offer them a deposit in lieu of this and ask them to put an "alias" down for the info. Use a very common name (i.e. Sam Williams..this works well because they don't know if its a man or womans name) to further shield you from any search attempts.
John , , Age: 38
#2459
08/04/07
Utilities Dilemma
[Edited for length]
This is a great site and I hope someone can assist me. A few years ago I had a stalking incident by a co-worker. Since that time, I try to be very careful with my personal information.
I will be moving to the Seattle area soon and although I am using a Trust/LLC to purchase my home for privacy, I don't know how to sign up for the utilities and still remain private. I'm anticipating quite a bit of resistance from these companies (e.g. landline phone, cable, water, etc.)
I read HTBI about using a nominee. However, I do not know anyone in the Seattle area. What are some other options? Hire a lawyer as a nominee?
Or use an "alternate" ID as a nominee?
I'm not sure if the utility companines would still require a SSN from the nominee?
Mary, , Age: 45
[Edited for length]
This is a great site and I hope someone can assist me. A few years ago I had a stalking incident by a co-worker. Since that time, I try to be very careful with my personal information.
I will be moving to the Seattle area soon and although I am using a Trust/LLC to purchase my home for privacy, I don't know how to sign up for the utilities and still remain private. I'm anticipating quite a bit of resistance from these companies (e.g. landline phone, cable, water, etc.)
I read HTBI about using a nominee. However, I do not know anyone in the Seattle area. What are some other options? Hire a lawyer as a nominee?
Or use an "alternate" ID as a nominee?
I'm not sure if the utility companines would still require a SSN from the nominee?
Mary, , Age: 45
Utility companies are not uniform in what they require. However, expect them to give you a hard time, whatever you do. If you have a common last name, perhaps you can use your middle and last name only. Or, if married, use your maiden name. However, the best is a trust name or the name of your LLC. Do NOT admit you have ever had service before. Offer to leave a deposit-- that often works.
#2458
08/04/07
Polar Rose
Do you remember what Polar Rose is?
A facial recognition search engine.
Burger King and The Simpsons Movie have joined marketing forces.
Take a look at the instructions on the site linked below and ponder the possibilities over a burger fries and a Coke... ;>)
URL #1: http://simpsonizeme.com/
Drake, , Age: 31
Do you remember what Polar Rose is?
A facial recognition search engine.
Burger King and The Simpsons Movie have joined marketing forces.
Take a look at the instructions on the site linked below and ponder the possibilities over a burger fries and a Coke... ;>)
URL #1: http://simpsonizeme.com/
Drake, , Age: 31
#2457
08/04/07
Re: Posting # 2456, Robby
Many cops only give out their police building street address when involved in car accidents, etc. Wouldn't the same hold true for civilian police employees like you?
Many cops also don't have to pay for unlisted and unpublished phone numbers in the hard copy directories.
Tom, , Age: 49
Many cops only give out their police building street address when involved in car accidents, etc. Wouldn't the same hold true for civilian police employees like you?
Many cops also don't have to pay for unlisted and unpublished phone numbers in the hard copy directories.
Tom, , Age: 49
#2456
08/03/07
Privacy and Police
I had an incident occur the other day that may be of interest to readers. I was punched in the head by a gentleman. When the officer was interviewing me at the police station I gave him my ghost address. Ironically he lives near the ghost address which is 50+ miles away. He asked which subdivision I lived in. I kindly told him that I only get mail at the address. (I work in forensics and have had death threats because of bad guys put away because of my testimony.) I kindly told him this and that I was concerned about my privacy being violated. He smiled and said the information I had provided him was just fine. He did not even take my SSN#. I just did what I always do when dealing with authorities. I was well dressed, kind, and helpful. They were more than happy to extend the same kindness to me and my desire to remain private.
...
P.S. They have a pre-paid cell number to contact me. My driver's lic. was never asked for.
Robby, , Age: 30
I had an incident occur the other day that may be of interest to readers. I was punched in the head by a gentleman. When the officer was interviewing me at the police station I gave him my ghost address. Ironically he lives near the ghost address which is 50+ miles away. He asked which subdivision I lived in. I kindly told him that I only get mail at the address. (I work in forensics and have had death threats because of bad guys put away because of my testimony.) I kindly told him this and that I was concerned about my privacy being violated. He smiled and said the information I had provided him was just fine. He did not even take my SSN#. I just did what I always do when dealing with authorities. I was well dressed, kind, and helpful. They were more than happy to extend the same kindness to me and my desire to remain private.
...
P.S. They have a pre-paid cell number to contact me. My driver's lic. was never asked for.
Robby, , Age: 30
#2454
08/03/07
eBook
Any possibility of the original HTBI, either the 1st Ed or revised 2nd Ed becoming available as downloadable PDF?
Charles, , Age: 39
Any possibility of the original HTBI, either the 1st Ed or revised 2nd Ed becoming available as downloadable PDF?
Charles, , Age: 39
The 2004 online edition is sold on the internet in various places. Try a Google search.
#2451
08/02/07
Law School
I thought you might appreciate some of this former practicing attorney's Top Ten (or 12) Reasons Not To Go To Law School. Perhaps this will save someone.
URL #1: http://www.karemar.com/blog/top-ten-10-reasons-not-go-law-school
Mark, , Age: 23
I thought you might appreciate some of this former practicing attorney's Top Ten (or 12) Reasons Not To Go To Law School. Perhaps this will save someone.
URL #1: http://www.karemar.com/blog/top-ten-10-reasons-not-go-law-school
Mark, , Age: 23
Excellent reasons, every one!
Excerpt:
"Law school certainly isn't designed to teach you how to make money, however its focus is to make you think like a lawyer. Thinking like a lawyer doesn't necessarily translate to success in the real world. Most of the lessons you will learn will be in the first three years of your law firm or the first few weeks, when you realize this isn't for you. The only problem is that you have $120,000 worth of student loans to repay."
Excerpt:
"Law school certainly isn't designed to teach you how to make money, however its focus is to make you think like a lawyer. Thinking like a lawyer doesn't necessarily translate to success in the real world. Most of the lessons you will learn will be in the first three years of your law firm or the first few weeks, when you realize this isn't for you. The only problem is that you have $120,000 worth of student loans to repay."
#2449
08/02/07
Anonymous Illinois Toll Road I-Pass
This might be applicable to other states but I'm trying to get an IL i-pass transponder to take benefits of the 50% discount. I don't know if others have had success in other states but IL requires personal data, car plates and credit card. I'm trying to figure out a way to do it anonymously. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks,
Ian
URL #1: www.rfidblockr.com
Ian, , Age: 31
This might be applicable to other states but I'm trying to get an IL i-pass transponder to take benefits of the 50% discount. I don't know if others have had success in other states but IL requires personal data, car plates and credit card. I'm trying to figure out a way to do it anonymously. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks,
Ian
URL #1: www.rfidblockr.com
Ian, , Age: 31
... Other than using a nominee, I fail to see any way to remain anonymous. If the police, or any three-letter agency, ever decides to check you out, they will have the date, time, and location of every time the I-pass has been used. If this doesn't bother you, then why worry?
#2365
07/31/07
email and spam
My solution for such problems is yahoo or other free email accounts. I have one from which I do online shopping and ordering. I have another email address that I give when "a valid email address is required." Unlike Comcast, Yahoo makes it easy to block specific email addresses and specific domain names. Yahoo accounts are easy to kill when the spam starts coming. In fact, I hardly use my Comcast account (they provide my cable modem and are my ISP). DSL is not available in my area (too far from the CO), so the only choices I have are dial-up (no way!) or cable.
Chris, , Age: 54
My solution for such problems is yahoo or other free email accounts. I have one from which I do online shopping and ordering. I have another email address that I give when "a valid email address is required." Unlike Comcast, Yahoo makes it easy to block specific email addresses and specific domain names. Yahoo accounts are easy to kill when the spam starts coming. In fact, I hardly use my Comcast account (they provide my cable modem and are my ISP). DSL is not available in my area (too far from the CO), so the only choices I have are dial-up (no way!) or cable.
Chris, , Age: 54
#2338
07/30/07
temporary email address
This site offers time expiring email addresses. Email sent to this site will be forwarded to another email.
URL #1: http://www.mailexpire.com/
Sebastian, , Age: 57
This site offers time expiring email addresses. Email sent to this site will be forwarded to another email.
URL #1: http://www.mailexpire.com/
Sebastian, , Age: 57
#2337
07/30/07
You Might Be A Terrorist If...You Give Away Your SIM Card?
This young doctor thought he was doing a nice thing for his cousin...giving him a SIM card with unused airtime on it because he was moving to another country and didn't need it anymore. Well, you know what 'they' say..."no good deed goes unpunished". His punishment? Being charged with aiding terrorism and a trip to the graybar hotel! Be careful to whom you give a prepaid phone or SIM card, especially one that can be traced back to you. If the individual you gift it to is later accused of using it in the commission of a crime, you may be charged as an accessory or co-conspirator. Take the article below on this doctor, whose cousin is a terror suspect, as a cautionary tale.... Substitute 'drug dealer', 'pedophile', 'bank robber', or 'serial murderer' for 'terrorist' and this could be any one of us.
URL #1: http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/europe/07/15/australia.suspect.ap/index.html
Wendy, , Age: 43
This young doctor thought he was doing a nice thing for his cousin...giving him a SIM card with unused airtime on it because he was moving to another country and didn't need it anymore. Well, you know what 'they' say..."no good deed goes unpunished". His punishment? Being charged with aiding terrorism and a trip to the graybar hotel! Be careful to whom you give a prepaid phone or SIM card, especially one that can be traced back to you. If the individual you gift it to is later accused of using it in the commission of a crime, you may be charged as an accessory or co-conspirator. Take the article below on this doctor, whose cousin is a terror suspect, as a cautionary tale.... Substitute 'drug dealer', 'pedophile', 'bank robber', or 'serial murderer' for 'terrorist' and this could be any one of us.
URL #1: http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/europe/07/15/australia.suspect.ap/index.html
Wendy, , Age: 43
#2336
07/30/07
Erase Your Cell Phone BEFORE Selling/Gifting
I've posted on destroying your old SIM card when you get a new one but the link below shows you how to erase the information on your old cell phone's memory (those web sites you went to, text messages, ringtones, photos you don't want others to see, etc.) before giving it to someone else or selling it online or something. The instructions are provided based on manufacturer so you can get specific info for your phone. Don't forget to erase or else you might see your private photos or text messages on YouTube or MySpace!
URL #1: http://www.wirelessrecycling.com/home/data_eraser/default.asp
Wendy, , Age: 43
I've posted on destroying your old SIM card when you get a new one but the link below shows you how to erase the information on your old cell phone's memory (those web sites you went to, text messages, ringtones, photos you don't want others to see, etc.) before giving it to someone else or selling it online or something. The instructions are provided based on manufacturer so you can get specific info for your phone. Don't forget to erase or else you might see your private photos or text messages on YouTube or MySpace!
URL #1: http://www.wirelessrecycling.com/home/data_eraser/default.asp
Wendy, , Age: 43
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