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02/11/2013
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – February 11, 2013 – With Valentine’s Day less than a week away, many consumers are still searching for that perfect last minute gift or way to show affection for their significant other. Some are even still hoping to find a special person to share the holiday with. Unfortunately, scam artists take advantage of the heightened emotions and communication that takes place surrounding this holiday of love.
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12/20/2012
BBB warns online shoppers to beware counterfeit goods from online marketplace C2COffer.com. Complaints allege non-delivery, failure to make refunds, and fake goods. The site uses a fictitious address in North Texas.
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11/21/2012
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11/16/2012
Your BBB Foundation Serving Northwest Florida recently released its 2012 Charity Giving Guide to help donors make educated giving decisions this holiday season.
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11/15/2012
Grab your shopping bags and compile your lists, the biggest holiday shopping days are almost here!
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11/14/2012
Every year, holiday travelers take to the skies and ride the rails, but most hit the highways. Your BBB has some tips to help you stay safe on the road this holiday season.
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12/30/2011
What do rebate and refund policies have in common, particularly this time of year? They're a source of confusion and aggravation for consumers who didn't fully understand them when making a purchase.
An editor at Consumer Reports estimated that 40 percent or more of people who are enticed to buy a product by the offer of a rebate never get it because they fail to meet processing requirements. Others simply forget to file for the rebate.
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12/27/2011
As return fraud continues to be a concern for the retail industry, many retailers are tightening their policies to combat the growing crime. Better Business Bureau recommends consumers fully understand these policies to avoid unnecessary stress.
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11/18/2011
BBB offers advice for navigating the busiest retail weekend of the year
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11/03/2011
Many retailers are dusting off their layaway plans; but not all layaway programs are created equal.
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11/01/2011
In honor of Small Business Saturday, a day dedicated to supporting small businesses on the busiest shopping weekend of the year, Better Business Bureau is spreading awareness and advising consumers to support the small businesses in their area.
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10/20/2011
With a 9.1 percent unemployment rate, and many more individuals who are ‘under-employed,’ competition for temporary holiday jobs is likely going to be fierce.
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12/14/2010
Before allowing children to share personal information with a “Letter to Santa” website, the Children’s Advertising Review Unit (CARU) recommends that adults carefully review the site.
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12/10/2010
Every holiday, billions of dollars are donated to worthy causes and now more than ever charities need the support of donors to help those who are struggling. Your Better Business Bureau wants to help donors avoid five common mistakes to help maximize their dollar in these tough economic times.
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11/29/2010
The downturn in the economy combined with advances in technology mean charities are getting creative in how they raise money, as are scam charities. Your Better Business Bureau Serving Northwest Florida encourages donors to do their homework and give wisely this holiday season.
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