It’s tax time again, and that means it’s the right time to invest in a Fellowes shredder for your business. Why is it so important to shred documents during tax time? The answer lies in a few unpleasant statistics.

Identity Theft costs businesses an estimated $50 billion annually. Additionally, Identity Theft affects millions of Americans each year - every 3 seconds there is a new victim. Also, dumpster diving for paper documents, certain types of electronic devices, and a lack of formal security policies within businesses present criminals with the right opportunity to steal your information.

Use the Checklist Below to Reduce Your Risk Factor this Tax Season:

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Does the thought of tax season leave you feeling overwhelmed? Although tax season is often a stressful time for many, it doesn’t have to be. If you properly prepare yourself, you’ll find that it doesn’t have to be the nightmarish ordeal that we often associate it with.

Whether you choose to file your own taxes or work with an accountant, one of the most important elements is an organized approach. Make a list of the documents, tax forms, office supplies (calculators, pens, notepads, filing system) and other items you’ll need to get started. If you set up a system that works for you & maintain accurate records in a location that’s easily accessible, it will save you future headaches and make filing in the years ahead even easier! In this article, you’ll find a list of helpful hints and advice to streamline the process and hopefully reduce the level of anxiety that you might be going through, or perhaps you’ll want to pass it onto a friend, family member or colleague who needs some tax-season advice.

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In the past, we’ve reported on several ways to help conserve energy – buying equipment with the Energy Star logo, shutting off equipment when not in use, and adjusting lights & thermostats accordingly in unused areas are all important and easy steps you can take to lower expenses. However, there are also broader programs you should consider.

Recycling Can Reduce Waste in Your Bottom Line
Did you know that there may be a market for your recyclables? It depends on your type of business and the kind of scrap materials or refuses your business produces. However, even if you can’t receive cash for your trash, it makes good sense to recycle. To create an effective program, try following these simple rules of thumb:

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This pen is so cute…reminds me of a warm summer day; I can almost smell the clover! The site says ‘new insects will be available’; I’d like to see a giant, fuzzy tarantula…

Taking “Bling” to Another Level

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