And just what DO you do if the Social Security number is reported as "deceased"?

The purpose of running a business is to make money, not be a social agency.Mike

Every time I hear one of my customers-I am a barber- tell me their financial woes bcause they are living on social security and pensions, it makes me more motivated to make sure I have something when I am their age.

We all know that giving up personal information such as social security number, bank account numbers, etc., can be quite dangerous.

Jordon, it's socially acceptable here for LTLFTP's to come out, as somewhat of a conservative and long time poster, LTP'er, I welcome you to BP!

Their problem should not be your problem.It's a shame that people have no social skills anymore.

Entrepreneur and landlord friendly, the government is keen on becoming the next biggest innovation state and city in the world.Intel is dumping $5B (billion) into Chandler.Apple has secretly built their next center in Mesa.Mesa Airport is the next huge landing pad of the nation.A huge logistics company just moved here.

Fake property manager hired a cheap hand (again, no professional certification, no social security number), who did some work but cost damage to the property.

You have more leverage and a social worker to talk to.

The seller's social security/TIN has to be reported by the closing agent.