In this eye-opening episode of Spilling the Title Tea, Ashley Ramsey sits down with Stephanie Baker from Comprehensive Benefit Solutions to uncover the alarming reality of identity theft, title fraud, and the ripple effects they can have on your life. Stephanie shares real-life stories from her 17 years of experience, highlighting how breaches can affect not just your credit but every aspect of your identity—from tax fraud to title fraud, even impacting children. Learn about proactive measures, the importance of monitoring, and how companies like ID Shield can restore your peace of mind. This is an episode you can't afford to miss if you want to protect yourself, your family, and your future.

Episode Highlights

00:15  – The Growing Issue of Identity Theft

• Discussion on the rise of identity theft, including wire fraud incidents in the mortgage industry.

01:39  – Beyond Credit: The Depth of Identity Theft

• Stephanie explains how identity theft extends beyond bank accounts to mortgages, loans, and more.

03:00  – Real Estate Impact: Title Fraud & Credit Issues

• How identity theft affects home buying, title fraud, and unexpected property liens.

04:39  – ID Shield’s Comprehensive Protection

• Stephanie shares ID Shield’s approach to monitoring, licensed investigators, and restoration services.

06:20  – Personal Experience with Title Error

• Stephanie recounts a personal story about receiving an incorrect tax bill due to a title filing issue.

08:08  – Monitoring in Action: Address Alerts

• How ID Shield’s address monitoring feature flagged potential issues early.

08:25  – Comprehensive Benefit Solutions: More Than Identity Theft

• Overview of additional services, including Legal Shield, offering legal advice and will preparation.

09:44  – The Importance of Having a Will

• Stephanie shares emotional stories from her time as an oncology nurse, highlighting why wills are critical.

Resources & Links Related to this Episode

• Home - Springdale Title, LLC
• Stephanie Boley Baker - LegalShield Associate
• 859-248-4332