Cybersecurity
October is Cyber-Security Awareness Month – Week 3
October 2018 Here at Fortis, we believe cyber-security is of the utmost importance, and we have made cyber-awareness a top priority for our Clients, Colleagues and Friends. October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Fortis is promoting cyber security by sharing weekly tips and information during the month of October Parenting in the Digital…
Read MoreOctober is Cyber-Security Awareness Month – Week 2
October 2018 Here at Fortis, we believe cyber-security is of the utmost importance, and we have made cyber-awareness a top priority for our Clients, Colleagues and Friends. October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Fortis is promoting cyber security by sharing weekly tips and information during the month of October Our House is a very,…
Read MoreOctober is Cyber-Security Awareness Month – Week 1
October 2018 Here at Fortis, we believe cyber-security is of the utmost importance, and we have made cyber-awareness a top priority for our Clients, Colleagues and Friends. October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Fortis is promoting cyber security by sharing weekly tips and information during the month of October Cybersecurity statistics that small business…
Read MoreTax Identity Theft Awareness Week: January 29 – February 2, 2018
DAY 5 – How are the IRS and state revenue officials protecting taxpayer data today? Password protocols have been enhanced for individual and tax professional software. The IRS is requesting additional information from tax professionals who contact them to discuss client information. The additional information may include SSN, date of birth or home address. According…
Read MoreTax Identity Theft Awareness Week: January 29 – February 2, 2018
DAY 4 – Reasons to Use Direct Deposit for your Tax Refund Nowadays, using direct deposit is the fastest and safest way to receive a tax refund. Taxpayers who option out of e-file and choose to file a paper return can still use direct deposit as their refund method. Direct deposit is beneficial because it…
Read MoreTax Identity Theft Awareness Week: January 29 – February 2, 2018
DAY 3 – How Do You Protect Yourself From Identity Theft? TREAT YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION LIKE CASH, don’t leave it laying around. By taking a few simple steps, you can reduce your risk of identity theft. Do not routinely carry your social security card or any type of document with your social security number. Keep…
Read MoreTax Identity Theft Awareness Week: January 29 – February 2, 2018
DAY 2 What To Do If You Become A Victim Of Tax Identity Theft Respond immediately to any IRS notice. Call the IRS at 800-829-1040 to verify the notice received of tax identify theft or your tax professional will call on your behalf with Power of Attorney. When the IRS confirms they sent the notice, an…
Read MoreTax Identity Theft Awareness Week: January 29 – February 2, 2018
The 2017 tax filing season is officially here. Fortis is helping to raise awareness on tax identity theft so that you do not become a victim. We also know identity theft is a frustrating process for victims. If you become a victim, we are committed to resolving your case as quickly as possible. DAY…
Read MoreCyber Security Awareness Month-Week 5
Fortis: Fighting Email Impersonators one message at a time Fortis values its client relationships and client information. We know that you entrust us with many types of personal information and we don’t take that trust lightly. Fortis has many ways in which we secure that data through Cyber Security, Office Security, and Employee Security. What…
Read MoreCyber Security Awareness Month-Week 4
October 2017 Protecting Children and Older Adults from Cyber Crime During Week 4 of National Cyber Security Awareness Month, we will focus on protecting the most vulnerable targets of cyber criminals – children and older adults. For parents, the Department of Homeland Security offers a guide that addresses the importance of talking with your children…
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