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03/08/2010
According to an annual report released today by BBB, consumer complaints increased 9.7 percent in 2009. Cell phone, cable/satellite TV and banking industries top the list for most complaints filed.
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03/02/2010
Better Business Bureau encourages everyone to take a few minutes to fill out the census form when it arrives in the mail in March. Here are our top reasons why you should participate.
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02/16/2010
BBB explains what credit card reform means to you
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02/04/2010
The following Toyota and Honda recall information was provided by www.Toyota.com/recall and http://www.honda.com/newsandviews/article.aspx?id=5376.
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02/01/2010
BBB warns that a new scam is fraudulently using the organization’s name in order to steal tens of thousands of dollars from victims who are led to believe they have won a lottery.
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02/01/2010
BBB encourages taxpayers to use caution when selecting tax preparation help or they may get hit with headaches and mounting fines and fees if the return isn’t correct or filed late.
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02/01/2010
Credit card holders can circle February 22 on their calendar as the day when new consumer protections laid out in the Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009 kick in.
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02/01/2010
Social networking sites can provide a secure way for kids to connect with each other, but they can also be exploited for any number of nefarious purposes.
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02/01/2010
Online banking has made it easier and more convenient to manage business finances, but it also provides an opportunity for hackers to gain access to business accounts.
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01/28/2010
The BBB is warning senior citizens and other consumers to be wary of sweepstakes and other contests that link the chances of winning to the purchase of merchandise.
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01/28/2010
If you’ve received a text message allegedly from your bank telling you there is a problem with your account, contact your bank immediately. Do not follow the instructions in the text message.
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01/26/2010
Some timeshare owners are interested in selling their timeshares so they can recoup their investment and stop paying maintenance fees. These owners may turn to timeshare resale businesses. "But according to customer complaints, some timeshare resale businesses are making promises they can’t fulfill," said BBB President Jim Hegarty.
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01/21/2010
BBB’s "Data Security—Made Simpler" provides free, easy-to-understand guidance and turn-key resources to help small business owners prevent a data breach.
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01/14/2010
In the wake of the earthquake disaster in Haiti, Americans are donating via text message more than ever before.
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01/13/2010
As immediate relief needs are assessed in the wake of the devastating earthquake in Haiti on January 12th, many Americans are looking for ways to help by donating to a charity.
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