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01/04/2012

Top Ten Scams of 2011

BBB has named the top ten scams of 2011. We have selected the top scams in nine major categories as well as our Scam of the Year. Read this article and stay informed on the biggest scams in 2011.

12/06/2011

Stay Warm and Cozy with an Energy Efficiency Plan this Winter

BBB is offering a checklist for homeowners to safely and properly prepare their homes for the upcoming winter months.

12/06/2011

BBB Warns Homeowners: Changes to Mortgage Rules Bring Out Scammer

BBB warns homeowners to look out for scammers trying to take advantage of the new Home Affordable Refinance Program. Stick to these tips to make sure you and your home don't get scammed.

11/22/2011

Keep Your Holiday Budget on Track

BBB offers tips and a helpful holiday planner calculator to help make your budget this holiday season.

10/26/2011

BBB Helps FTC Shut the Door on Deceptive Mortgage Relief

According to court documents filed by the FTC in the U.S. District Court of Maryland, Residential Relief Foundation and Mitigation America must refrain from deceptive practices.

10/24/2011

Breast Cancer Awareness Also Means Being Alert To Scams, Pink Product Puffery, BBB Advises

The BBB urges consumers to take the time to research the charities seeking their money and to understand claims by marketers of products that purport to benefit breast cancer research.

09/14/2011

Timeshare Owners Beware of Resale Service, "City Resorts"

Better Business Bureau is warning timeshare owners who are trying to sell or rent their timeshares to beware of Las Vegas based company, City Resorts.

08/10/2011

How to Stretch Your Gas Dollars this Summer

Gasoline costs have risen above $4.00 a gallon in most every state across the U.S. The average family with 2 drivers is now paying nearly $1,000 a year more for gas than they were just two years ago.

08/10/2011

BBB Advises Homeowners on Mold Must-Knows

Many homeowners are looking for remedies for dealing with the aftermath of the devastating floods that have hit so many homes around the country.

08/10/2011

“Shield” Yourself from a Cell Phone Radiation Scam

Scammers are looking to make a quick buck, and with consumers concerned about harmful exposure to cell phone emissions, many scammers promote "shields" that can protect from the cancer causing waves.

08/10/2011

Score a Job – Not a Scam: BBB Advises Job Hunters to be on the Lookout for the Growing Number of Phony Job Postings

Looking for a job? You’re not alone. With unemployment at a rate of 9.2%, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, many job hunters are turning to online job boards to post their resume.

08/10/2011

Business Blogging – Why Every Business Owner Should Do It

Between Facebook posts and Twitter tweets, it seems like there are a thousand and one ways to communicate virtually these days.

07/22/2011

The 2011 BBB Directory in Print

The BBB Consumer Guide and Directory is also available in print!

07/15/2011

Council of Better Business Bureaus Announces Groundbreaking Agreement On Child-Directed Food Advertising

Major Food and Beverage Companies Agree to Follow Uniform Nutrition Criteria.

07/06/2011

Don’t Fall Victim to a Beauty Pageant that Could Break the Bank

Many advertisements seeking beauty pageant participants read, “Win Big Prizes! Scholarships! Cash! Become the Next Supermodel!”


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