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Identity Theft: Why Entrepreneurs Are Prime Targets

Most of us think of identity theft as something that happens to individuals on a personal basis – but entrepreneurs are actually prime targets.  Why?  Small business owners often use their personal credit to finance their businesses. Their data is stored in multiple places, such as bank accounts and vendor systems.

Because small businesses often lack the security infrastructure that big companies have, cybercriminals know they make easy targets.  If your identity is compromised, the damage can flow through both your personal and business life.

What are some common risks?

  • Business email compromise.  Hackers can impersonate you to steal payments.
  • Stolen data from breaches
  • Fraudulent accounts and loans were opened in your name.

Good News!  You don’t have to face these risks alone!  IDShield provides monitoring, alerts, and comprehensive restoration services in the event of identity compromise.    So, if the worst happens, IDShield’s certified, licensed investigators work to restore your identity, and you can keep working on your business.

As a small business owner, protecting your identity is a business survival strategy!

Contact me to learn more about how IDShield can help you.

 

Written by: Annette Szobar

Annette Szobar has been a small business entrepreneur for over 30 years. A small business specialist and process consultant, she began working with LegalShield in 2014 after using the services for herself and her business. She realized the services could benefit all of her clients, their families, and their businesses. Annette works with a wide range of individuals and small businesses, providing educational seminars on identity theft to various organizations and businesses. She is committed to helping her clients be proactive and empowered. IDShield is one of the tools which can do this.

September 16, 2025

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