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03/08/2013

Watch Out for These Small Business Scams

Consumers aren’t the only victims of fraud. Every year, thousands of small businesses are targets of fraudulent or deceptive sales practices. Protect your business from scams by learning what to look out for.

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.

10/30/2012

Weather Worries Initiate a Wave of Warnings from BBB

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.

07/10/2012

President Obama is Not Offering to Pay Your Utility Bills

A scam is claiming that President Obama will pay your utility bills through a new federal program. Customers in northwest Florida and across the country have reported the scam.

07/02/2012

Health Care Ruling Could Spark Scams, BBB Warns

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning consumers to be on the lookout for scams related to the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling that upheld the Affordable Care Act.

07/02/2012

Scams Are Heating Up as Waldo Canyon Fire Continues

Your BBB is advising the public to be aware of scams related to the Waldo Canyon Fire. At a time when our community is especially vulnerable, we must be aware of how to stay safe and how to help.

06/11/2012

BBB tips to avoid a second disaster after the storm

This weekend’s heavy rains washed out roads, damaged businesses & flooded homes. As many begin the task of cleaning up your BBB offers tips to avoid a second disaster after the storm.

05/30/2012

Older Americans Tend to be Targets for Telemarketing

BBB Points Out Phonies; Listen for Scam Signals

05/24/2012

Observe BBB Advice to Avoid Memorial Day Scams

Guard Against Strange Solicitations

05/02/2012

Memorial Day Scams Target Military, Families, Supporters

Memorial Day is a time to honor those who serve and remember those who have died in war. But sadly, it has also become a key opportunity for scammers to target those who are serving or have served their nation, especially elderly veterans. BBB is urging consumers and donors to be on the lookout for deals that seem too good to be true, and for disreputable charities.

03/06/2012

NCPW Reminder: Watch Out for Scam Red Flags

For the second tip of National Consumer Protection Week, Better Business Bureau serving Alaska, Oregon and Western Washington reminds consumers to heed scam warning signs

01/31/2012

Super Bowl Scams Range From Fake Ticket Offers To Hotel Packages To Counterfeit Merchandise

The BBB warns that publicity about the Super Bowl is likely to breed scams as well, from counterfeit merchandise to ticket and hotel room scams.

09/21/2011

Kelley Blue Book Warns of Fraudulent Online Car-Buying Scams Masquerading as kbb.com

Car Buyers and Car Sellers, Beware

08/18/2011

Watch Out for False Emails Requesting a BBB Rating Verification

BBB cautions businesses and consumers about an email that purports to come from BBB. The email appears to come from a fake BBB address (BBBupdate@post.com) in the Atlanta metro area and falsely requests verification of BBB Ratings.


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