Public Information Threatens Your Business Security

By John Burcham in Business Protection 0 Comment
Man Staring at Wave of Information

*Originally posted February 22, 2017. Updated March 23, 2020*

Is your business more public than you think? 

In this overwhelmingly information-rich world, the answer is a definite yes. And if it’s public information, it has every legal right to carry on. 

Among social media platforms, review sites, consumer blogs, industry forums, and business search databases, there’s a good chance that you’re being talked about. People flock to this public information so they can get a better picture of your company from others’ experiences. This includes current and prospective customers, as well as potential business partners. Continue reading

My Business Has a Credit Score?

By John Burcham in Business Protection 0 Comment
Business Credit Score Gauge pointed at Excellent

*Originally posted August 24, 2018. Updated February 18, 2020.*

What is business credit? 

When’s the last time you checked your business credit score? If you’ve never checked it before, you’re not alone – nearly half of small business owners don’t even know they have one. 

Like personal credit, business credit is used to determine a business’ borrowing and lending abilities. It’ll be checked when you apply for business loans or when other companies want to ensure you are financially reliable before doing business with you. 

Small to mid-size business owners (SMBs) often make the mistake of assuming business credit is the same as personal credit. But, without understanding the key differences between the two, you could be putting your business’ overall security and reputation at risk. 

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Want to Keep Your Small Business Going Strong? Avoid Tax Identity Theft

By John Burcham in Business Protection 0 Comment

*Originally posted March 21, 2016. Updated December 30, 2019*

As the calendar turns to another year, businesses and individuals will soon be facing the inevitability of yet another tax season. And, while filing taxes isn’t something entirely avoidable, the risk of business tax identity theft can easily be minimized. According to the IRS Security Summit, businesses small and large are ideal targets for data thieves every tax season due to their abundance of personal information that can be used to file fraudulent returns. With ever-changing tax reform and regulations, it may be hard for your company to keep up processes while ensuring all sensitive documents are secure. Stick to the following tax preparation tips to avoid letting business tax identity theft wreak havoc on your business: Continue reading