I'll add some fuel to the fire, too. A couple of years ago my life
insurance agent called to say that my life insurance company (Mutual of
Podunk) had sent a questionnaire to him for me to fill out - about my racing
activities. Agent swears he didn't tell on me, so we both figgered that the
Ins. Co. went to Google and found out that I race. I guess they Google all
customers nowadays. I tried Google again yesterday -- typed in my name, and
sure enough, results from a couple of different events where I've raced were
right at the top.
The questionnaire asked where and what I race, what sanctioning bodies
oversee the events, and so on. I answered the questions truthfully -- and
got presented with a 50% increase in premiums. I suppose it's better than
having my heirs arrive at the attorney's office after my demise and finding
the insurance policy stamped "Warranty Void", though.
Also: Yesterday I found a phone number on my desk -- but no hint of whose
it was. Taking Wes' hint I entered it in google and sure enough, now I know
Ed Killar's home number and address and probably what size shoes he wears.
Jon
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