Safeguarding Senior Citizens from Identity Theft

October 29, 2023

In today’s digital age, identity theft is a growing concern, affecting people of all ages. However, senior citizens are particularly vulnerable to identity theft for various reasons. They often possess a wealth of personal and financial information, which makes them prime targets for cybercriminals and scammers. Today on the blog, your friends at Shred Monkey are exploring why identity thieves frequently target senior citizens and offer insights into how we can help protect them, including professional shredding services.

When to Shred Tax Documents

February 23, 2023

It’s tax season; you’re buried in pay stubs, forms, receipts, and all sorts of other documents. Plus, you have filing cabinets filled with past years’ paperwork. Is it really necessary to keep all of those documents forever? Or, can you properly shred tax documents after a period of time to create some space and eliminate clutter? The real answer – it depends on the documents. Continue reading to learn more from the team at Shred Monkey.

How to Safely Store Important Documents

August 20, 2022

Document storage is a part of everyday life. We need to store contracts, wills, receipts, tax information, and more. A lot of times, these documents contain sensitive information. Not only do they need to be protected from the wrong hands, but they also need to be protected from other unfortunate events such as fires. Continue reading to learn more about proper document storage from the team at Shred Monkey.

Random Documents You Should Be Shredding

February 22, 2022

If you’re a responsible adult, you probably already make use of a professional shredding service to safely dispose of your secure documents. You’ve got all your bases covered by yearly shredding your tax documents, medical records, and other bills that have your personal information on them. However, as the main goal of shredding is to prevent fraud and identity theft, there are a few more personal documents you should add to the list that you may not have thought of. At Shred Monkey, we always value our clients’ privacy above all else, so take a look at this list and make sure you’re covered.

3 Things to Look For in a Shredding Company

October 19, 2021

Business owners and private residents alike see the benefits of a professional shredding company. It’s not hard to see why the confidential destruction of certain documents would be necessary for protection against fraud and identity theft. However, when it comes to choosing a shredding company, it can be hard to know which option is best for your specific situation. That’s why the team at Shred Monkey has put together this list of three things to look for when hiring a professional shredding company.

5 Steps to Organized Documents

April 1, 2021

If you’re an average homeowner that doesn’t own a business or have any complicated financial accounts to keep track of, you may not think much about the organization of your documents. However, every responsible adult needs to keep some personal documents for legal and tax purposes. If you are unclear on what you should keep and for how long, our team at Shred Monkey is here to help. We’ve spelled out five simple steps you can take to create an organized personal document retention plan.

Are There Alternatives to Shredding?

February 17, 2021

Businesses and individuals alike occasionally find themselves in need of secure document destruction. Businesses especially need a secure way to dispose of sensitive data, to ensure the safety and confidentiality of their customers’ information. If you don’t already have a professional shredding service, you may wonder if shredding is really the best option or if you should consider another way. Today at Shred Monkey, we’re discussing alternatives to shredding, and why shredding is the best way to securely destroy sensitive data.

3 Personal Documents You Should Be Shredding

October 19, 2020

If you regularly use a shredding service for your personal documents, your main concern likely is financial documents. Anything that could potentially compromise your credit or put you at risk of identity theft is an obvious choice for shredding, thus you’re not likely to overlook it. However, there are several other documents that you shouldn’t leave hanging around, as they can also put you and your family at risk. Our team at Shred Monkey wants to make sure you’re not forgetting to shred these three documents.

3 Things to Get Rid of During Quarantine

April 28, 2020

All across America, people are staying home. Not unexpectedly, decluttering has landed at the top of many to-do lists. Now truly is the perfect time to purge unwanted or unused items from your home. As you spend more time in each room of your home, you quickly learn what you need to keep and what is just taking up space. Our team at Shred Monkey invites you to be productive with your time at home. Organization can be a great way to relieve stress during this hard time, so here are three things you can get rid of today.

Declutter Your Home for the New Year

December 26, 2019

Every year, the Christmas season brings so much joy into our homes – but it also tends to bring a lot of stuff as well! The kids received new toys, you got that new appliance you’ve had your eye on, and there’s a stack of Christmas cards piling up on your countertop. Now it’s time to find new homes for all these things, and maybe rid your home of something you no longer need in the process. Our team at Shred Monkey is here to share decluttering tips, so you can start the 2020 will a well-organized home and a clear mind.

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