Business identity theft is a growing crime. Business identity theft can be easy, low-risk, and very lucrative, making it extremely appealing to interested criminals. There are many different business identity theft schemes that criminals will use to scam businesses out of their hard earned money. It is important for business owners to be aware of these schemes to know what to look out for and how to avoid business identity theft. [Read more…]
Business Identity Theft: EIN Tax Fraud
With Tax season in full bloom, criminals are turning their focus toward financial crime. With the IRS refunding money to millions of people, criminal types are eager to get their illegal piece of the pie. Tax fraud is safer than breaking and entering or other traditional and this “white collar” crime is actually more profitable. Individuals and businesses alike need to be on high alert to guard against financial fraud and the identity theft which usually enables it. [Read more…]