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04/01/2013

A bad credit score is no April Fool’s Day joke

BBB gives tips to prevent credit card identity theft

12/24/2012

BBB’s Naughty and Nice List

Better Business Bureau predicts they are going to be less “Grinchy” about their gifts than they have been in years past. BBB checked Santa’s list and here’s what they found:

12/19/2012

For Happy Holiday Returns, BBB Advises Shoppers To Check Return Policies, Keep Receipts

To minimize the hassle of post-holiday returns, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises shoppers to ask about retailers’ return policies before making a purchase.

12/13/2012

BBB’s advice for sending gifts this holiday season

Better Business Bureau is advising consumers to plan ahead before sending those last-minute holiday packages. Last shopping season, BBB received close to 600 complaints nationwide from consumers who were disappointed with their shipment. Many of those complaints allege consumers either did not receive their packages on time, or received broken or damaged products as a result of the shipping process.

12/10/2012

BBB Warns Shoppers Of 5 Common Holiday Scams

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is advising consumers to stay alert during the holiday season to avoid falling prey to scammers poised to pounce on careless or overburdened shoppers.

12/05/2012

Make Sure Your Holiday Giving is Wise Giving

December is a critical fundraising month for charities. Many people make year-end gifts for tax reasons, or to extend the spirit of thanksgiving and generosity to those less fortunate.

12/03/2012

BBB Offers Advice On Buying Gift Cards

Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises consumers to check the fine print on gift cards and make sure security seals are intact before buying them for holiday gifts.

11/29/2012

Infomercial Inconveniences

Consumers Who “Call Now” May Get More Than They Bargained For

11/26/2012

Cyber Monday: Counterfeit Sites and Sales

11/23/2012

Support local businesses during Small Business Saturday

Small Business Saturday is tomorrow, Nov. 24, and Better Business Bureau is encouraging consumers to support small businesses in their area.

11/09/2012

Those that have served our nation likely targets of Veterans Day scams, BBB warns

Veterans Day honors those who have served our country. But Better Business Bureau is warning it also serves as an opportunity for scammers to target those who previously served our nation, their families and those who are currently serving.

11/08/2012

BBB helps consumers land a holiday job

According to the National Retail Federation, retailers are expected to hire between 585,000 and 625,000 seasonal workers this holiday season. Better Business Bureau recommends applicants apply early, research potential employers and be cautious of fraudulent job offerings.

11/03/2012

Layaway plans could create a shopping headache this holiday season

Many retailers rolled out their layaway plans for the holidays a month earlier than last year. Some are even offering additional incentives to use the layaway option, such as cutting fees and increasing the number of items eligible for layaway. But Better Business Bureau is warning that putting an item on layaway could result in some costly shopping blunders.

11/02/2012

Tis’ the Season for Holiday Scams – Don’t Let Them Take You for a Swindling Sleigh Ride

Looking forward to the holidays? So are the scammers. As many begin to make their holiday gift list and charity donations, unscrupulous scammers are gearing up.

10/31/2012

New Twist to Payday Loan Scams

The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) says it’s a variation of the payday loan scam.


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