The folks at EZShield, and ID theft protection and restoration company, recently published a  must-read press release. It certainly underscores the need for a locking mailbox for comprehensive identity theft protection, so it peaked our interest!

In summary: EZShield poll reveals that Americans…

A few days ago, we received an e-mail from someone who was interested in buying the Mail Boss locking mailbox. He liked everything he saw, except he had concerns about the lock that we use. We would like to share his question and our response here in case anyone out there has similar concerns.

[...] Michael asks a very important question, and we’re glad he did. We want everyone to know that the old “BIC Pen” trick will not work on the Mail Boss locking mailbox. Here’s what our Vice President John DeRaspe had to say to Michael.

UPDATE: The new Mail Boss Commercial Mailbox, trademarked as the Package Master, is now available online in all colors.

About the Package Master

We have finally created a “Bin-Mailer” locking mailbox that accepts packages and yet cannot be fished by hand (like the…

Four societal factors explain tremendous demand for locking mailboxes - Making lemonade from lemons

When we first started marketing our Mail Boss security locking mailbox products several years ago, there were specific areas in the country where the demand was very high.…

I have a unique perspective on the retail hardware domain and have observed some notable trends in response to this down econmy. Specifically, I have witnessed 2 kinds of hardware retailers: the “Survivors” and the “Deer”.

I purport this: First and foremost, in this economy the “Survivors” (and not the “Deer”) will thrive. Why? Because they will find what works. In my humble opinion, in this economy people (American consumers) are willing to pay for “Peace of Mind” even when money is short. Why? Because they want to safeguard what they still have… what they can’t afford to lose.

One common way thieves perpetuate identity theft is by stealing your personal information through dumpster diving, or sorting through your trash. Just what are they looking for? Anything with your personal information, including credit card statements, electricity bills, and so…

5 Great Holiday Gift Ideas that Offer Financial Security and Won’t Break the Bank!

Who really needs another coffee mug, candle, or video game for the Holidays? This year, with the economy officially in a recession, give the people you love…

Thousands of Americans escape from the area every day to explore the open road. In today’s travel planning, taking the extra steps to protect yourself and your home is essential prior to your departure.

There are many common things that…

We love this pen, with ink resistant to check washing

Sending checks is risky business. After all, every check has your name, address, bank routing number and account number on it, and comes complete with your signature! In addition to providing…

Discovery Channel’s duo Johnston and Douglas miss the mailbox

In the popular Discovery Channel show “It Takes A Thief,” duo Matt Johnston and Jon Douglas display their keen aptitude for breaking into seemingly safe and secure residential homes, often surprising the homeowners with their ingenious methods. It would seem that there is no doubt they are indeed experts at this. I contend they work entirely too hard for what they get. What do I mean by this?…