ThinkGlink Radio Show for Apr 29, 2007
This week on the Ilyce Glink Show, Ilyce asked who wants to replace Warren Buffett. The second-richest man in America put out a "help wanted" sign in March and so far, more than 600 people have sent in resumes. And for those of you with debt collectors on your back, Ilyce discussed some funds that…
From The Ilyce Glink Show Yesterday
Sorry I didn't get this up on time, Folks. Crazy day, what with Tax Day around the corner for corporations.
Trusted ID, a company that sells services to consumers to help stem the tide of identity theft, has started a database of compromised Social Security numbers. Here's the place where you can…
Identity Theft Risk Real in Chicago
If you live, work, and vote in Chicago, the Chicago Sun-Times home page (www.suntimes.com) has to have you shaking in your voting booth.
Apparently, the Chicago Board of Elections website has had a small loophole that allowed anyone with rudimentary computer programming knowledge to tap into a page…
Your Social Security Check Is Going Up 3.3 Percent
I missed this in the craziness of the week (and coming back from Inman's Miami Connect), but the Social Security Administration announced seniors will be getting a 3.3 percent boost in their paychecks.
Unless you're only buying $4 prescriptions from Wal-Mart, that increase won't be enough to cover…
Retirement Income Calculation Includes Social Security
When you're calculating how much income you'll need in retirement you should include not only your daily expenses but also health insurance costs. If you're divorced you'll want to include the money you'll get from Social Security - either your own or that of your former spouse. In addition, you…
On the Ilyce Glink Show this morning, we were talking about identity theft and the good samaritans who are out there warning people that their social security numbers are on government websites as well as boards where ID information that has been stolen (social security numbers, credit card numbers…
ThinkGlink Radio Show for Oct 1, 2006
This week, Ilyce talked about information angels who dig through government websites trying to find social security information that's posted there -- to warn unsuspecting consumers that their information was at risk, or may have been stolen. Then, Kevin called from Macon to talk about how he, as a…
September 10, 2006 is Grandparents' Day in the United States. According to the Census Bureau, this Hallmark Holiday was the brainchild of Marian McQuade of Fayette county, West Virginia, who hoped that such an observance might persuade grandchildren to tap the wisdom and heritage of their…
Another Post On Social Security
This is from Zuma:
"I am concerned about the expectation that one gives out one's social security number to anyone, anywhere. For example, I applied for a membership to a teachers' association and that is one of the first things they ask on the application. Why do they need it?
"If you are enrolling…
Social Security Numbers and Protection
I'd love for WSB listeners and ThinkGlink.com visitors to put their comments about social security numbers into the blog for discussion. It's easy to post. Here's what one person had to say about it:
"It isn't just Medicare that broadcasts the SSN. The VA Medical System relies upon the Social…
Medicare Uses Social Security Number
Medicare may use your social security number to identify you. This Medicare patient is frustrated that Medicare is using her Social Security number on mailings that are out in the open. It's important to take action so Medicare understands the potential problems of using Social Security numbers so…
ThinkGlink Radio Show for Apr 9, 2006
On Ilyce's first anniversary show, she makes it a priority to help people become aware about identity theft. Protect yourself by getting your social security number off of your medical records and Medicare card. Ilyce also takes questions from retired folks regarding how to best save money, avoid…
I spent some time researching the Department of Health and Human Services website (www.hhs.gov) and found the press release for the proposed National Standard Employer Identifier. You can read the press release here: www.hhs.gov/news/press/1998pres/980616.html
Back in 1998, Bill Clinton was President…
Update on Social Security Numbers
If you've been listening to my weekly radio show, you know I'm ticked about doctors who "insist" you have to provide a social security number or they won't treat you. Apparently, I'm not the only one. Lots of folks don't want to give out this number.
And with good reason. According to Beth Givens…
Here's an email I got yesterday about the Social Security Issue:
I applaud you for speaking out about identity theft. Why don't you take it a step further, and help provide the overall cure? Having a radio show, you could be of great help in that area. Get your pal Clark to help, too.
The Problem…
The Ilyce Glink Show Medicare/Social Security Mission 2006
Okay, folks. This year we are going to make a concerted effort to get Medicare to STOP putting social security numbers on Medicare cards. Moreover, we're going to push to stop having Medicare-related service providers from requiring that you give your SSN everytime you want a refill on a…
ThinkGlink Radio Show for Oct 2, 2005
Ilyce starts off her show talking about holiday gifting at work, and specifically for the boss. Ilyce then takes calls on topics from dealing with the IRS on a past bankruptcy to figuring out when to start taking Social Security, while still working. Ilyce also talked about how there is an increased…
IRS Allows Exemption For Medical Reasons
Typically, you have to live in your home as a primary resident for two of the past five years in order to take a certain amount of profits capital gains tax-free. However, the IRS has recently loosened some of these restrictions for people who have to sell for medical reasons, divorce and other…
10 Tips To Reduce Risk Of Identity Theft
When it comes to identity theft, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Wondering how to prevent identity theft? We show you how to keep your name off the long and ever-growing list of identity theft victims.
Credit Fraud Scams: Protecting Your Social Security Number From Identity Theft
Consumers should protect themselves and their social security numbers from identity theft and credit fraud scams. Identity theft and credit fraud scams come in several different forms including emails. Consumers whose social security numbers or other personal information become subject to identity…
ThinkGlink Radio Show for Jun 19, 2005
This special 2-hour long Fathers' Day edition highlights the great advice our fathers have given us, including Ilyce's father's advice "Do what you love and the money will follow." Also included in today's show are the following topics: student loans, social security, the Dennis Kozlowski trial…
A senior citizen wants to take cash out of his IRA to supplement his Social Security Income of $1,200 per month. His income is so low that he will probably not trigger any taxes on this income. He may be able to qualify for a reverse mortgage if he needs more cash to live on.
Avoiding Identity Theft During Tax Season
Many social security numbers are stolen to be used on false tax filings. Sometimes a child's social security number is used in a false return to boost a refund. Make sure your social security number isn't stolen and used for a fake tax return.
Looking for last minute tax tips? For those of you who are still working on filing taxes, here are a few useful tax tips to keep in mind.
Identity Theft Victim Action Items
What can you do if you've been the victim of identity theft? It's unusual for the Social Security Administration to issue a new number, even in cases of identity theft, so you should work with the credit reporting bureaus to clean up your credit. When someone has stolen your identity you should also…
