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Friday, February 26, 2010

Aloha Friday: Social Security Number


My Question:

Do you give out your SSN to anyone who asks? Does it make you feel uncomfortable to do so?
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I don't give mine out unless it is for legitimate reasons such as Insurance forms, DMV, Renewing a passport etc. Otherwise I offer to use my driver's license or passport/visa as identification.



Friday Follow


Kailani says "In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that we take it easy and look forward to the weekend. So I thought that on Fridays I would take it easy on posting, too. Therefore, I’ll ask a simple question for you to answer. Nothing that requires a lengthy response."
If you’d like to participate, just post your own question on your blog and leave your link on Kailani's blog. Don’t forget to visit the other participants! It’s a great way to make new bloggy friends!me






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29 comments:

Pamela M. Kramer February 26, 2010 12:18 AM  

No I don't. Identity theft is not something I would be interested in becoming a victim of.

Jennifer M. February 26, 2010 12:22 AM  

Following you from Friday Follow. I would love for you to follow me too. Have a wonderful weekend!

~Jen
http://www.reviewretreat.com/

Night Owl Mama February 26, 2010 1:13 AM  

NO NO ONE gets it unless I'm doing taxes applying for a job or opening a bank acct. THAT'S IT!
why do you ask email me is it for a blog win or payment on something?

Kimberly February 26, 2010 1:57 AM  

I am a new follower from Friday follow. Hope you come by and follow me too.

You have a very nice blog!

No way, for SS #!

Sarah February 26, 2010 2:31 AM  

I found your great blog from Follow Friday Blog hop. Now following!

http://bloggerchixdesigns.blogspot.com

I am Harriet February 26, 2010 6:58 AM  

Heck no!

Happy FF and AF!
http://harrietandfriends.com/2010/02/sex-addiction-whats-next-shopping-chocolate-and-baseball-addictions/

TheAngelForever February 26, 2010 8:13 AM  

We do not give Social Security number to anyone unless it is for an official application (like job or taxes). Everything else is not acceptable and if they have a problem I inform them we were identity theft victims. Hubby's information was stolen from who knows where and someone opened up a line of credit. We were lucky that they were stupid and we caught it before they took our a cash advance. Still a nightmare w/locking credit and trying to make sure nothing else was compromised.

jingle February 26, 2010 8:51 AM  

I won't give unless I am asked ...
thank u for the interesting question.
I enjoy your blog.

see you next time!

~SHANNON~ February 26, 2010 9:04 AM  

Love the picture on your header! So pretty!

Happy Friday! Thank Goodness it's almost the weekend, huh? I'm here from Friday Follow, and I'm your newest follower!

I'd love if you's check out my blog too!

Thanks!
Shannon
http://www.milkandcuddles.com/

Emmi February 26, 2010 9:27 AM  

Following from Friday Follow. And no I don't give out my SSN.

love the blog...it has such a relaxing feeling. I was waiting for some island music to start! =)

check me out at:
http://mommys-freetime.blogspot.com

Upstatemomof3 February 26, 2010 9:42 AM  

I do not give mine unless I have to and I refuse to give out my children's. The Dr's office will ask and other things but I will not give out theirs. They do not need it.

Xmas Dolly February 26, 2010 10:52 AM  

Absolutely NOT! I'm leery one my own bank asks for it. I don't believe anyone that comments today will say yes! DON'T DO IT!

Cathi February 26, 2010 12:13 PM  

No we don't give our SSN out.
It even irritates me when a doctor office asks for it. I have insurance and they do not need it.

Felissa Hadas February 26, 2010 2:15 PM  

Stopping by with Friday Follow. Hope you had a fantastic week.

Felissa

http://www.twolittlecavaliers.blogspot.com

http://www.felissahadas.blogspot.com

(Tia's) Comfy Place February 26, 2010 2:57 PM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog! I'm excited to get to know you through your blog! Have a wonderful weekend!! :o)

Nina February 26, 2010 3:30 PM  

I don't remember the last time I was asked and I guess that is a good thing. The state I live in gave the option to remove it from our drivers license and I did. It requires more paper work when my license needs renewed but I do feel better not having my number for all to see. Happy Friday!

Rita A. February 26, 2010 4:37 PM  

I hate that so many companies use the SS to identify you. Thanks for supporting Friday Follow. Have a wonderful weekend. Rita @ http://one2try.blogspot.com/

Tired Mom Tésa February 26, 2010 6:31 PM  

It doesn't bother me, but of course I'm sensible about it. I used to work in the mortgage industry so I was the one doing the asking.

Rana February 26, 2010 8:38 PM  

I'm visiting from FF. I'm following you now. I love your blog and your 365 proj. has some great photos.
Rana
http://freetolearnanlovinit.blogspot.com

HeartsMakeFamilies February 26, 2010 10:28 PM  

Hi just stopping in to say Hi from Friday Follow!

Happy Friday!

Tami
www.heartsmakefamilies.com

Kerry February 27, 2010 12:13 AM  

Was stopping by for Friday Follow but I realized I was already following you. lol

Happy Friday Follow anyway. :)

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