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02/20/2013

BBB Issues Warning on Triad-based Carpet and Floor Cleaning Company

BBB issues warning on Personal Touch Carpet and Floor Care aka Kareem Booker

12/29/2012

Watch Out for Malware Disguised as Sudoku Generator

A scam that promises unlimited Sudoku puzzles is extra tempting this time of year. Scammers are using a malware trick from the 1990s to fool users into downloading a virus.

12/18/2012

In Wake Of Connecticut School Shooting, BBB Advises Donors To Check Charities Out Before Giving

The Better Business Bureau is advising donors to check charities out with the BBB before making donations to help victims of the Connecticut school shooting.

12/07/2012

BBB’s guide to giving wisely this holiday season

The holiday season inspires people to reach out and give to those less fortunate. Although charities accept donations year-round, close to 40 percent of a charity’s annual contributions are received in the last few weeks of the year. Before giving time, treasures or talent this holiday season, Better Business Bureau reminds consumers to give wisely.

12/06/2012

BBB Study Shows Radical Change In Advertising In Cyber Age

Cyberspace is changing the advertising scene radically, both in terms of where consumers look for ads and what businesses say is their most effective advertising medium, according to a BBB study.

10/29/2012

BBB Warns About “Storm Chasers” Following Hurricane

Unscrupulous scammers often prey on distraught homeowners after natural disasters

10/29/2012

BBB Offers Tips for Donating in Sandy's Wake

Once Hurricane Sandy moves out of the East Coast, thousands – if not millions – of people will start rebuilding their homes, businesses and communities. People from across the country will want to help by donating money to charities. BBB wants to remind you that although these types of disasters bring out the best in people, they can also bring out the worst.

10/02/2012

BBB Wise Giving Alliance Draws Line in the Sand on Acceptable Charity Fundraising Copy

Keynote Speech at Charity Regulator Conference Outlines Plan to Verify Truthfulness of Charitable Appeals Washington, DC (October 1, 2012) – Paid fundraising firms must adhere to the same rigorous standards for truth and accuracy as the charitable organizations they represent, and BBB Wise Giving Alliance says “truth in advertising” must prevail. H. Art Taylor, President & CEO of the BBB Wise Giving Alliance (the Better Business Bureau’s charity watchdog arm), announced a new initiative to verify the truthfulness of charitable appeals during his keynote speech today at the National Association of State Charity Officials’ conference in Washington, DC.

08/13/2012

Protect yourself and your possessions from bogus movers

Rod Davis of Council of Better Business Bureau speaks about protecting yourself from bogus movers.

07/05/2012

BBB Alert: Collectors Hound Hollywood Video Customers For Bogus Late Fees

Former customers of Hollywood Video tell the BBB that they have been contacted by debt collectors claiming they still owe the defunct business for overdue rentals.

06/04/2012

BBB Warns Students To Steer Clear Of Sites, Sales Pitches That Promise To Find Financial Aid

The Better Business Bureau advises students and their parents to be wary of websites, seminars or other schemes that promise to find scholarships, grants or financial aid packages for a fee.

05/31/2012

Firms Tell BBB: 'List Your Business Online" Billed Them For Unwanted Services

Several medical offices are among 30 businesses nationwide that say they were charged $499 for online listings they never authorized, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns.

05/16/2012

Proteja sus mudanzas y a usted mismo durante el Mes Nacional de la Mudanza

La BBB se unió a la Asociación Americana de Mudanzas y Almacenamiento para ofrecerle sugerencias sobre cómo seleccionar a la compañía de mudanzas adecuada y cómo evitar estafas.

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.


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