Is Your Financial Information on the Dark Web? Here's How to Tell

At this very moment, the personal data of 30 to 40% of Americans is being traded on the Dark Web. In this video, I use a simple way to explain a complex and dangerous problem—and why checking for your leaked data isn’t as easy (or as safe) as you might think. I also show you the safest way to check whether your data has been leaked to the dark web and what you should do next.
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Geoffrey Schmidt, CPA Bio:

Geoff Schmidt is a CPA who specializes in personal financial education for those approaching or in Retirement. He is an award winning author and the Director of the Retirement Ready Academy. Geoff spends 100% of this time on financial education through social media.


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