Going public seemingly offered him a way to cover up his fraudulent activities.

He told a Times reporter, "once money changes hands for art, it becomes a fraudulent activity."

"But the fact that there are weaknesses could lead to fraudulent activities."

"Most companies want to stop illegal or fraudulent activities," he said.

In addition, penalties for fraudulent financial activity are much more severe.

Obtain and review your annual credit report for fraudulent activity.

The fraudulent activity became a way of life in his office, and still no one noticed.

He later transferred his assets to other firms in order to cover these fraudulent activities.

If possible, take something in writing with an account number and your notification of fraudulent activity.

These steps were taken to overcome the problems of fraudulent activities.