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01/05/2009

BBB Warns: Your Facebook "Friends" Could Actually be Hackers, Scam Artists, and ID Thieves

Hackers have learned how to use Web sites like Facebook in order to disseminate viruses or steal identities. Your Better Business Bureau is offering advice on how consumers can protect themselves against hackers, scammers and ID thieves on social networking Web sites.

12/16/2008

Checks from Wachovia Bank

The BBB has been receiving numerous telephone calls from local consumers who have received a check for $149 from the U.S. District Court Settlement Administrator in Philadelphia, PA.

12/10/2008

BBB Tips for Happy Shopping

Fun BBB version of Twelve Days of Christmas.

12/04/2008

Holiday Season Cyber Scams

The BBB and FBI are reminding people this holiday season that cyber criminals continue to aggressively seek ways to steal money and personal information.

11/25/2008

"Grandchildren" Scamming Grandparents

There is a new scam circulating that is targeting seniors, making them believe that their grandchild has called them asking for money because of trouble they have gotten into.

11/12/2008

Using Your Gift Card for Bankrupt Companies

Do you have a gift card for a company that has declared bankruptcy? Already this year, several companies have declared bankruptcy, and many more are expected to file suit.

11/03/2008

Thwarting Shoplifters this Holiday Season

Law enforcement and retailers across the country are reporting an increase in shoplifting and expect the amount of theft to continue to rise over the course of the holiday season.

11/03/2008

Charitable Giving on a Tight Budget

While many segments of the U.S. economy have been hard hit, none will feel the pain more than charities this holiday season. Charities across the country are certainly bracing for what is expected to be a very tight giving season.

11/03/2008

BBB Advice on Going Green this Christmas

Bing Crosby may have dreamed of a white Christmas but as many Americans adjust their lifestyles to become more environmentally friendly, some will be looking forward to a green Christmas this year.

11/03/2008

BBB Advice for Wooing Consumers this Season

All indications are that consumers will be very careful about their spending this holiday season and will be more vigilant than in recent years in their hunt for bargains and deals.

11/03/2008

Advice for Consumers if a Retailer goes Bankrupt

As a result of the declining economy, the number of retailers closing their doors has increased substantially, leaving confused shoppers wondering what will happen to goods they haven’t received, gift cards and outstanding warranties.

11/03/2008

BBB Advice on Saving Money This Holiday Season

Better Business Bureau is providing advice on how consumers can cut down on spending and reduce household costs in their everyday lives without compromising the fun of the holiday season.

10/26/2008

Phishing Attack Uses BBB Name

Better Business Bureau is alerting consumers and businesses about a phishing scheme that uses both e-mail messages and blog posts directing recipients and viewers to register software with BBB. BBB wants the public to know that such messages and posts are not coming from any element of the BBB System, and that this attack has not affected BBB computer systems or networks nor has any data been compromised.

10/10/2008

Fraudulent Emails using the FDIC's name

E-mails fraudulently claiming to be from the FDIC are attempting to trick recipients into installing unknown software on personal computers. These e-mails contain the subject line: "Funds wired into your account are stolen."