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05/23/2013

Better Business Bureau Urges Donor Caution After Tornadoes

In the wake of the devastating tornadoes that ripped through Oklahoma yesterday, and in north Texas last week, Better Business Bureau and BBB Wise Giving Alliance have issued tips to help donors make smart giving decisions and to avoid scams.

05/14/2013

Beware of Memorial Day Scams Aimed at Military Personnel

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. As Memorial Day approaches, the Better Business Bureau urges consumers and donors to be aware of scammers that feed off the military.

05/08/2013

Check Florists Out Before Ordering Mother's Day Bouquets, BBB Advises

The BBB is advising consumers to check florists out at bbb.org before ordering flowers for Mother's Day or other occasions.

05/03/2013

New Accredited Businesses for the Month of April!

The BBB of New Hampshire is pleased to present the new Accredited Businesses for the month of April! These companies meet BBB Accreditation Standards, which include a commitment to make a good faith effort to resolve any consumer complaints filed with the BBB. Congratulations and welcome to the BBB!

04/26/2013

Beware of Green Dot MoneyPak Scams!

Using a prepaid card is a convenient way to pay bills online without threat of risk to your bank account. But scammers have found a way to get that money from you too! Green Dot spokesman states, “Fraudsters will call or email you saying that you won a lottery or can buy discount merchandise at their phony websites – but you need to pay fees to get your prize or purchase that merchandise via MoneyPak – and only MoneyPak, then they ask for the 14-digit code.”

04/17/2013

March's New Accredited Businesses!

The BBB of New Hampshire is pleased to present the new Accredited Businesses for the month of March! These companies meet BBB Accreditation Standards, which include a commitment to make a good faith effort to resolve any consumer complaints filed with the BBB. Congratulations and welcome to the BBB!

04/16/2013

BBB Warns of Charity Scams, Offers Giving Tips in Wake of Boston Marathon Bombing

At least one poorly-conceived charity scam has already emerged in the wake of the explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon yesterday, and more are likely.

04/01/2013

A bad credit score is no April Fool’s Day joke

BBB gives tips to prevent credit card identity theft

03/11/2013

BBB Welcomes New Accredited Businesses in February, 2013

The BBB of New Hampshire is pleased to present the new Accredited Businesses for the month of February! These companies meet BBB Accreditation Standards, which include a commitment to make a good faith effort to resolve any consumer complaints filed with the BBB. Congratulations and welcome to the BBB!

03/07/2013

In Its 100th Year, Better Business Bureau Breaks All Records for Consumer Services

Better Business Bureau celebrated its Centennial year by ringing the closing bell of the New York Stock Exchange, laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns in Arlington Cemetery, and helping a record-breaking number of consumers across the United States and Canada.

03/06/2013

Scammers Hijack FTC’s Name for Fake Complaint Emails

A new phishing scam is making the rounds disguised as a consumer complaint notification from the FTC. If you receive it, just hit “delete.”

02/25/2013

BBB Advice: Check For Warning Signs Of Fake Coupons Online

The BBB has 10 tips to help you spot fake coupons online. Extremely high discounts are often a sign of a fraudulent coupon.


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