After a few bizarre incidents this week I thought it was best to pass along some good advice. I also hope others will post useful tips as well.
1. Always let a close friend know where you are.
2. Use caution when handing out your cellphone # (Anyone can do a reverse search and get your billing address)
3. Get a P.O Box( preferrably one w/ a street addy too) this is useful to have your bills (such as cell phone) and your car registration sent to.
4. Be aware that your car license number can be used to obtain your home addy.
5. Ask your insurance carrier to mail your statement to your P.O. Box
6. Anyone with YIM should be advised that your Yahoo ID can be used to gain valuable information about you too.
7. Its best to use what I call a throw away phone. This lessens the chance of actually having some idiot trace your phone number back to you.
8. Look in obtaining a license to carry a concealed weapon. Your local police department can provide you with more details. Be usre to practice at the range at least 2-4 times per month. There are firing ranges everywhere and you can hire someone to act as a "personal trainer" there too.
9. Taking a class in personal safety in a good idea as well.




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