"Carl's Lounge" (Off-Topic Discussion, Traditional Knife "Tales & Vignettes")

knarfeng said:
I'm not certain how much good my information from 30 years ago is going to do anyone. I won't hold my breath waiting for notification that my records were revealed. Probably still on microfiche.
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They got it all. SSN, DOB, POB, addies, family, everything you put on the SF86 questionaire. Much of that data remains relevant and compromisable your entire life. Also that data plus whatever the investigators and adjudicators reported was converted electronically long ago. It's a mess of epic proportion.
 
I had all of my personal info stolen through an LEO's access to Lexus Nexus before (info storage for agencies as I needed background checks done as well). This compromised all of my bank info along with more. Once I saw that my credit card had been drained (twice, two different cards), I got the letter from Lexus Nexus explaining what happened. All of the fraudulent online purchases got cleared up but what really shocked me was that someone had contacted my bank and tried to have all of my accounts switched to their address in South Carolina and also signing them on making it a joint account.

My bank never contacted me one time throughout this process and when I finally called, all they were waiting for was my signature on the paperwork to make it happen. LUCKILY, they required it to be signed in person with valid ID. That was the only thing stopping it. The person's name was on my credit report as well. Since they had no credit it greatly effected my credit score. When all was said and done, it took about 15 months to get it all cleared up. After dealing with police on the issue, the name on my credit report and everything was fake. They were using an unoccupied house as the address as well. No one ever got charged.

I WILL NEVER USE HSBC AGAIN. From now on, it's only local credit unions where you can actually call and speak to someone IN ENGLISH, IN THE USA.
 
Jsega51 said:
I had all of my personal info stolen through an LEO's access to Lexus Nexus before (info storage for agencies as I needed background checks done as well). This compromised all of my bank info along with more. Once I saw that my credit card had been drained (twice, two different cards), I got the letter from Lexus Nexus explaining what happened. All of the fraudulent online purchases got cleared up but what really shocked me was that someone had contacted my bank and tried to have all of my accounts switched to their address in South Carolina and also signing them on making it a joint account.

My bank never contacted me one time throughout this process and when I finally called, all they were waiting for was my signature on the paperwork to make it happen. LUCKILY, they required it to be signed in person with valid ID. That was the only thing stopping it. The person's name was on my credit report as well. Since they had no credit it greatly effected my credit score. When all was said and done, it took about 15 months to get it all cleared up. After dealing with police on the issue, the name on my credit report and everything was fake. They were using an unoccupied house as the address as well. No one ever got charged.

I WILL NEVER USE HSBC AGAIN. From now on, it's only local credit unions where you can actually call and speak to someone IN ENGLISH, IN THE USA.
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Some good lessons in there for all of us, Jake. The other nice thing about a local credit union is that you can go in and talk face to face.

A buddy of mine had a bank account opened in his name and the only thing that solved it was him going there in person. Imagine if it had been across the country!

I despise the scum that do this to people.
 
meako said:
They don't live long enough to worry about air holes and theres bound to be a good rstio of male to females so essentially you created an awesome niteclub for randy fireflies.:p
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Nice! Thanks for the ++ note. They were prob in there listening to the Bee Gees!!! :D
 
Mark, I've been away and only infrequently checking the forum. I'm so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

Brett, congratulations on the birth of another daughter. She's gorgeous--you all make a cute family.
 
leghog said:
They got it all. SSN, DOB, POB, addies, family, everything you put on the SF86 questionaire. Much of that data remains relevant and compromisable your entire life. Also that data plus whatever the investigators and adjudicators reported was converted electronically long ago. It's a mess of epic proportion.
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Every doctor or dentist you've ever used is a source of concern as well, keep in mind when they retire or go out of business most of those records are thrown in the dumpster. The best protection is to freeze your credit. No one can get new lines of credit or open an account without you unfreezing your credit. The real horror is having someone get your driver's license info and having a serious accident or someone checking into a hospital using your identity. That's a real mess trust me. If you think your DL or bank account has been compromised, change the numbers immediately. Sometimes a fraud doesn't occur for a year or more after an incident. Be sure your signature is on file with the bank and even change it and make it unique (it doesn't have to exactly match your name), no telephone numbers on checks and if asked make one up. It can take two to three years to get it cleared up.
 
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RobbW said:
Mark, I've been away and only infrequently checking the forum. I'm so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
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Thank you Rob, I appreciate your prayers. It's been a rough week for us all, we buried mom yesterday and now it is time to carry on.

I have been away from the computer for the most part, but am looking forward to posting more on this forum of great people. I thank you all for your kindness.

Mark
 
Markesharp said:
Thank you Rob, I appreciate your prayers. It's been a rough week for us all, we buried mom yesterday and now it is time to carry on.

I have been away from the computer for the most part, but am looking forward to posting more on this forum of great people. I thank you all for your kindness.

Mark
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My condolences again, Mark, and I admire your "time to carry on" attitude. I think that's exactly the right attitude to have, but as you probably anticipate, it's sometimes easier said than done. I'll be praying that you and your family, siblings, etc. can get back to "normal" ASAP, but "normal" will probably be different, of course. We lost my mom in a car crash almost 27 years ago, and it certainly changed a lot of the "dynamic" of the extended family. Life is still good, but it sure is different!

- GT
 
I'm here if you need me too Mark. Haven't lost a parent yet, but my best friend of my whole life left me a couple years ago and it's something else. Indeed, the sun will rise tomorrow no matter our cause.
 


As many of you know Carl is in the process of moving to Texas. Carl was on his way through Arkansas and a meeting was set up. btmccutcheon, Todd, was supposed to be there but had problems at his job that required his being there so he was unable to be there.
Carl arrived and and we got a seat and had a visit. I thoroughly enjoyed meeting Carl. I have had hours of enjoyment with Carl's stories and found in person Carl is just as good as it gets.

Carl, thanks for taking the time to visit. I hope you have a smooth transition into your life in Texas.

Kindest regards,

Chris
 
Chris Montgomery said:
As many of you know Carl is in the process of moving to Texas. Carl was on his way through Arkansas and a meeting was set up. btmccutcheon, Todd, was supposed to be there but had problems at his job that required his being there so he was unable to be there.
Carl arrived and and we got a seat and had a visit. I thoroughly enjoyed meeting Carl. I have had hours of enjoyment with Carl's stories and found in person Carl is just as good as it gets.

Carl, thanks for taking the time to visit. I hope you have a smooth transition into your life in Texas.

Kindest regards,

Chris
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Crackle Barrel (as my youngest used to call it)?
 
Thanks gents. We talked of many things, knives, guns, the forum, the members ect. The conversation and company seemed so easy that almost three hours passed. I have yet to meet a member of this forum that I would not enjoy seeing again.

Chris
 
What a great idea. Good on you. I hope that 'catch up' made the arduous moving process a bit smoother .:)
 
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