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05/09/2013

FBI Issues Cyber Security Advisory That Could Impact All Users of Microsoft Explorer 8

BBB is urging all consumers and businesses to pay close attention to a Cyber Security Advisory issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation regarding a vulnerability in Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 8 browser(IE8)

03/06/2013

BBB Alert: Businesses Call Mailings From Corporate Records Service Deceptive

The BBB has received numerous calls from businesses who say notices they received from Corporate Records Service implied they were required to compile corporate meetings documents.

01/09/2013

Better Business Bureau Names “Top Ten Scams” of 2012

The Better Business Bureau investigates thousands of scams every year, and this past year launched two websites to help consumers figure out which offers are real and which ones are possibly frauds.

10/09/2012

BBB Partners with Western Union to Introduce BBB Scam Stopper

Better Business Bureau and Western Union today launched BBB Scam Stopper, an education campaign to help consumers in the United States and Canada avoid common scams that con artists use to commit consumer fraud.

09/14/2012

BBB Tips Can Help You Get The Most Out Of Layaway

With layaway undergoing a resurgence, the BBB has tips to help consumers get the most out of layaway and avoid unwanted surprises.

09/07/2012

Pest Control Services May Help Minimize Mosquitoes on Your Property, BBB Reports

According to the Centers for Disease Control, approximately 75 percent of the West Nile cases reported this year have come from five states: Texas, Mississippi, Louisiana, South Dakota and Oklahoma. Almost half of the cases have been reported in Texas. While there are many do-it-yourself steps consumers can take to protect themselves, there is also the option to hire a professional pest control service.

09/05/2012

Payday Lending Scam Targets Consumers

Several states, including Colorado, have been affected by a payday loan scam allegedly conducted by a company called Qxlonline.com.

05/02/2012

BBB encourages caution as HomeServe USA solicits locally

BBBs across the country report confusion from recipients of solicitations

04/10/2012

Top Tips to Get Your Finances in Order

The FINRA National Financial Capability Study recently looked at the spending and saving habits of Americans and came up with some startling information.

04/03/2012

BBB Warns Consumers and Businesses About Phishing Scam

Fake BBB emails download malware that can steal bank information; BBB is working with FBI to stop the thieves

03/01/2012

Complaints Down, But Huge Jump in Inquiries Means Shoppers Are Doing Their Homework

Consumer savvy, smart shopping and common sense all had a great year. Consumers asked BBB for help more than 103 million times in 2011, up from 87 million in 2010 and the highest rate in the organization’s 100-year history.

02/28/2012

Tips of the Tradeshow

Tread Carefully at Shows and Expos

02/03/2012

BBB Advice: Proceed with Caution When Dating Online

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Are you looking for love? Millions use dating and social networking sites to meet people.

02/03/2012

Don’t Let an “Authorization Hold” Hold You Hostage

When dining out at a fancy restaurant or spending the night away in a hotel, it’s important to take notice of what the banking industry calls an “authorization hold” on your credit card.

11/14/2011

BBB Black Friday Tip Sheet

It’s time to start planning your Black Friday, that special day after Thanksgiving when retailers gear up to offer their best. Better Business Bureau past experience tells us that all deals are not created equal and the fine print is often the most important thing. Before you head out the door for a block buster and get caught up in the frenzy, the BBB offers the following tip sheet to help you save time and money.


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