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04/19/2012

Fake Reviews Can Mislead Shoppers; Try Verified BBB Business Reviews Instead

The BBB advises consumers to be skeptical when reading online reviews of businesses, products and services. BBB Business Reviews, by contrast, are verified.

03/23/2012

BBB Advises Parents To Check Facilities, Qualifications To Ensure Safe, Rewarding Summer Camp Experience

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has tips and Business Reviews that can help parents find summer camps that will provide safe, rewarding experiences for children.

07/05/2011

“Quick” Tips for Marketing With QR Codes

Quick Response codes, or QR codes for short, are popping up everywhere. These codes are the fastest way to get tech-savvy customers to your website. BBB offers some “quick” tips for businesses considering implementing the codes.

12/06/2010

BBB Urges Consumers To Check Fine Print On Gift Cards

A gift card may sound like a good alternative to cash or an unwanted present. But many cards still come with fees and other restrictions that can erode their value, the BBB warns.

05/17/2010

BBB Advice on How to Respond to Online Customer Complaints

Consumers are taking their complaints online and your Better Business Bureau advises that responding to complaints is necessary if a company wants to maintain a reputation for great customer service

05/03/2010

BBB Small Business Advice: How Badly Does Your Business Need a Web Site?

Even though consumers are more likely to use a small business that has a Web site, most small businesses still haven’t taken the time or money to create one. Better Business Bureau recommends that small business owners ask themselves four questions to help decide whether building a Web site should become a top priority.

04/01/2010

New EPA Rules on Lead-Based Paint Requires Certification and Training by April 22

A Federal rule goes into effect April 22 to limit the risk of lead poisoning from renovations to older buildings. The Better Business Bureau warns contractors and DIY landlords that failure to meet new standards will result in fines.

03/01/2010

BBB Small Business Advice: Reduce the Damage Done by a Data Breach

Data breaches at businesses are on the rise. Better Business Bureau recommends that small business owners take steps to protect their data and also develop a plan of action if a breach does occur.

01/04/2010

BBB Small Business Advice: Five Tips for Ensuring Social Media Success in 2010

One New Year’s resolution that many small business owners are making is to increase their use of social media to promote their business online through sites like Facebook, MySpace and Twitter.

11/02/2009

BBB Tips for Boosting Office Morale

Office morale can dip as employees face uncertainty about their jobs. Better Business Bureau offers guidance for small business owners on how to keep office morale high in a tough economy.

09/29/2009

Defend Your Business Against the H1N1 Virus This Winter

Employers play a vital role in preventing the spread of the H1N1 virus and Better Business Bureau offers the following advice to bolster the workplace against the threat of flu this winter.

09/04/2009

BBB Small Business Advice on Fighting Friendly Fraud

Businesses are increasingly becoming victims of “friendly fraud” - fraud carried out by customers to get items free of charge.

06/30/2009

BBB Advises Cash-Strapped Small Business Owners Against Using Shelf Corporations to Deceive Banks and Attain Loans

While businesses find it increasingly more difficult to qualify for loans and lines of credits, small business owners are resorting to applying for loans from behind the façade of shelf corporations. Better Business Bureau is advising small business owners that, as tempting as these schemes sound, using a shelf company in order to misrepresent your credit worthiness to a bank could be considered loan fraud.

06/03/2009

BBB Small Business Advice: How to Avoid Six Common Advertising Offenses

Creating an effective advertising strategy isn’t just about where and when ads are placed, but also what claims are being made.

03/02/2009

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act – BBB Explains the Benefits for Small Business Owners

On February 17, President Obama signed into law the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act—an economic stimulus plan totaling $787 billion in federal spending and tax cuts. For small business owners who don’t want to wade through the actual document, Better Business Bureau offers a summary on some items in the stimulus package that might benefit them.


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