Statistics about identity theft from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) are staggering. The FTC now says that as many as one in every eight adults and one in every four households has been victimized by identity thieves in the past five years. To make matters even worse, if you end up a victim of identity theft, it can take years to clean up the mess. The FTC defines identity theft as stealing personal information such as your name, credit card number, driver license number, or other personal identifying information to commit fraud. The most common identity thefts occur when thieves use your name to apply for services, for credit cards or loans, to buy merchandise or lease equipment such as cars or apartments, and obtain medical care. They can assume your complete identity and live and work under your name, and even commit serious crimes. A primary goal of hackers and online crooks is to find, uncover, and abuse your personal information, anything that clearly identifies you, such as your name, address, social security number, birth date, family members names or friends names. Used in combination with other private information, like a bank or credit card account number, your stolen information can be used by an identity thief to open a new credit line, access your bank accounts or even apply for official documents like a driver license or passport. The results for you can be devastating, reaching into every transaction you attempt until you clear your name and credit. Due to bad credit reports, victims of identity theft are often rejected for loan applications, credit of any kind, job opportunities, and housing. Your credit can be ruined overnight. You can even be arrested for crimes you didn't commit. To avoid being a victim of identity theft, your first rule is to get the knowledge you need to protect yourself before it happens. The good news is that the chances of online identity theft can be greatly reduced and mostly eliminated by taking the simple, free suggestions as outlined in this new up-to-the-minute book. You will find valuable expertise to evaluate and determine your, your family s, and your business s risks. After evaluating the risks, you are provided a detailed plan so that you can take action for prevention now. We have also outlined a step-by-step program detailing what you can do if you think, or know, that your identity has been stolen. In addition, there are numerous forms and letters that can be used as a template to contact credit agencies, government agencies, credit card companies, banks, and anyone else involved. Atlantic Publishing is a small, independent publishing company based in Ocala, Florida. Founded over twenty years ago in the company president’s garage, Atlantic Publishing has grown to become a renowned resource for non-fiction books. Today, over 450 titles are in print covering subjects such as small business, healthy living, management, finance, careers, and real estate. Atlantic Publishing prides itself on producing award winning, high-quality manuals that give readers up-to-date, pertinent information, real-world examples, and case studies with expert advice. Every book has resources, contact information, and web sites of the products or companies discussed. This Atlantic Publishing eBook was professionally written, edited, fact checked, proofed and designed. The print version of this book is 288 pages and you receive exactly the same content. Over the years our books have won dozens of book awards for content, cover design and interior design including the prestigious Benjamin Franklin award for excellence in publishing. We are proud of the high quality of our books and hope you will enjoy this eBook version.

The Online Identity Theft Prevention Kit Stop Scammers, Hackers, and Identity Thieves from Ruining Your Life

Computers & Technology

Atlantic Publishing Company

Networking & Cloud Computing

Atlantic Publishing Group, Inc.

If you have always yearned for a career that makes a difference in someone’s life and are thinking of opening a staffing service business, then we have a book that can assist you in taking those first steps and can answer all of your questions along the way. Whether you will be operating out of your home or you are looking to buy or rent office space, this book can help you with a wealth of startup information, from how to form and name your business to deciding if this will be a joint venture or if you would rather work solo. This book will assist in helping you decide whether you will offer temporary staffing services, long-term staffing services, or temp-to-perm staffing services. A list of potential sectors that your business can operate in will help you decide whether to stick to a specific niche or whether you will hire contractors to work in various field. You will learn the benefits of operating in both situations and the factors to consider, such as local supply and demand, your own career experience, and economic feasibility. You will learn how to hire and keep a qualified professional staff, how to meet IRS requirements, how to manage and train employees, and how to implement low-cost internal marketing ideas. You will learn how to build your business by using low- and no-cost ways to satisfy customers, as well as ways to increase sales, have customers refer others to you, and thousands of great tips and useful guidelines. This manual delivers innovative ways to streamline your business and will arm you with everything you need, including sample business forms; contracts; worksheets and checklists for planning, opening, and running day-to-day operations; lists; plans and layouts; and dozens of other valuable, time saving tools of the trade that no business owner should be without. The companion CD-ROM is included with the print version of this book; however is not available for download with the electronic version. It may be obtained separately by contacting Atlantic Publishing Group at sales@atlantic-pub.com Atlantic Publishing is a small, independent publishing company based in Ocala, Florida. Founded over twenty years ago in the company president’s garage, Atlantic Publishing has grown to become a renowned resource for non-fiction books. Today, over 450 titles are in print covering subjects such as small business, healthy living, management, finance, careers, and real estate. Atlantic Publishing prides itself on producing award winning, high-quality manuals that give readers up-to-date, pertinent information, real-world examples, and case studies with expert advice. Every book has resources, contact information, and web sites of the products or companies discussed.

How to Open & Operate a Financially Successful Staffing Service Business

Business & Money

Business Development & Entrepreneurship

The recent spike in the number of violations of the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act has resulted in dozens of multimillion-dollar lawsuits from both large and small businesses. Federal employment laws were not written to assist small business owners in running their businesses, making it difficult to understand the somewhat complex legalese. Luckily, there is an easy way to avoid being one of the numerous companies involved in class-action labor lawsuits. The A–Z Guide to Federal Employment Laws for the Small Business Owner details the labor laws you must follow as a small business owner to stay in good standing. In a clear, easy-to-understand format, you will learn every detail to stay ahead of the government’s requirements and run a successful business. You will learn the intricate details of the federal acts and how they apply to you and your business. You will learn everything in regards to age and disability discrimination, equal pay requirements, affirmative action, civil rights enactments, and worker retraining as it relates to your business. You will learn which laws your company specifically must follow and how state laws might further designate what you need to know when hiring a new worker. There is a run down of each kind of business and how certain worker-safety laws, such as OSHA, EPPA, and COBRA, apply to your business. You will be shown exactly how each of these laws is enforced and what you can expect if you fail to do so — including the requisite fines, possible sanctions, or even loss of licensing in certain cases. The tools you need to comply with these laws are provided in entirety, along with the federal and state agencies you will be working with. If you are considering starting or expanding your business, The A–Z Guide to Federal Employment Laws for the Small Business Owner will provide every detail you need to effectively manage and maintain your growing workforce. Atlantic Publishing is a small, independent publishing company based in Ocala, Florida. Founded over twenty years ago in the company president’s garage, Atlantic Publishing has grown to become a renowned resource for non-fiction books. Today, over 450 titles are in print covering subjects such as small business, healthy living, management, finance, careers, and real estate. Atlantic Publishing prides itself on producing award winning, high-quality manuals that give readers up-to-date, pertinent information, real-world examples, and case studies with expert advice. Every book has resources, contact information, and web sites of the products or companies discussed. This Atlantic Publishing eBook was professionally written, edited, fact checked, proofed and designed. The print version of this book is 288 pages and you receive exactly the same content. Over the years our books have won dozens of book awards for content, cover design and interior design including the prestigious Benjamin Franklin award for excellence in publishing. We are proud of the high quality of our books and hope you will enjoy this eBook version.

The A-Z Guide to Federal Employment Laws For the Small Business Owner

Economics

Are you under a spell — a love spell? Turns out, millions of people are — but it’s usually more serious than a cheesy love song or sappy ending to a movie. According to Psychology Today magazine, love is the number one hardest addiction to break. Kicking any addiction to the curb is tough to do, but giving up the dependence of another, along with the life you’ve built together, is even harder. With How to Stop a Love Addiction, you will learn the three parts of a love addiction: romance, relationships, and sexual addiction. Recognizing your addiction is the first step of any recovery program, but with this book you will learn how to move past feelings of isolation, hidden pain, distrust, depression, inner rage, and rejection. This complete guide to ending and recovering from an obsessive dependence on another will teach you everything you need to know to overcome your bad romance, while giving you the knowledge you need to distinguish intimacy from intensity and avoid drama-driven relationships. Let this book be your support as you pick up the pieces of your broken heart; use it to help you escape feelings of worthlessness and your impulse to engage in high-risk behavior. As you manage your new image, you will learn how to examine personal fears and myths so you can develop a stronger sense of independence. Filled with tips for properly defining and distinguishing your “wants” and “needs,” this book will teach you how to compartmentalize relationships from other areas in your life so your next breakup won’t result in a breakdown. This book will walk you through the steps of quitting your love-hate relationship, as you begin to see yourself as you actually are — not as you are with your significant other. You will learn how to tell the difference between sexual attraction and love at first sight, and how to perceive attraction, attachment, and sex in a healthy way. The latest research in How to Stop a Love Addiction will teach you why obsession is often mistaken for love, and how to uncover the true source of your fixation on heartache. With a comprehensive quiz to help you determine if you are, in fact, addicted to love, this book also provides worksheets while walking you through a proven 12-step program to recovery. Along the way, you will uncover a passion that fills your void and renews your sense of self worth. We’ve spent hundreds of hours interviewing psychologists and other experts to compile the most up-to-date, realistic guide to overcoming your dependence on that crazy little thing called love.

How to Stop a Love Addiction: The Complete Guide to Ending and Recovering from an Obsessive Dependence on Another

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Mental Health

While many industries are failing in what has become one of the worst recessions in decades, there are still several professions that are expected to prosper, even in uncertain economic times. According to a recent study from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the paralegal profession is expected to grow 28 percent between now and 2018, surpassing the growth rate for several other professions, including education positions and jobs with the federal government. If you have ever dreamed of joining this distinguished group of individuals who help lawyers deliver legal services while also owning your own business, now is the time to make your dreams a reality. So, what do you need to know to take advantage of this remarkable growth opportunity? How to Open and Operate a Financially Successful Paralegal Service Business offers you all the insider tips and tricks you need to get your paralegal business started and to ensure its success. From information on finding your first client, staying on budget, and turning your first profit to hiring and training employees, this book offers you everything you need to know and more about making your business succeed. You will learn about the training and certification necessary to give you an advantage over the competition, how to set up computer systems to save time and money, how to meet IRS requirements, how to generate high profile public relations and publicity, and how to implement low cost internal marketing ideas. You will learn how to build your business by using low and no cost ways to satisfy customers, as well as ways to increase sales and have customers refer others to you. Additionally, the companion CD-ROM will provide you with integral start-up forms, checklists, sample business plans, and other documents you will need to keep your business running smoothly from the beginning. Whether you want to start your business on a part-time or freelance basis, becoming paralegal can give you countless work opportunities, including the ability to work for corporate legal departments, real estate companies, insurance corporations, and banks. We have spent hundreds of hours interviewing legal professionals and industry veterans to bring you all the information you need to know before starting this business venture. How to Open and Operate a Financially Successful Paralegal Service Business offers you guidance from people who know this business inside and out and can offer advice that you won’t learn from any online course or classroom. This book will give you priceless insider knowledge, case studies from successful legal professionals, and practical, easy-to-follow advice that can help your business grow and prosper.

How to Open and Operate a Financially Successful Paralegal Service Business: With Companion CD-ROM