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05/08/2012

Knock, Knock - Who’s there? If they can’t provide identification, it doesn’t matter who they are – don’t let them in!

Currently there are several out-of-state alarm security sales operations canvassing our local neighborhoods; BBB receives calls on almost a daily basis requesting information on these companies from savvy consumers. While there are many legitimate home security sales companies, there are those that operate on the fringes of legitimacy.

05/07/2012

Tips for Successful Mother’s Day Shopping

It’s almost Mother’s Day! Whether you are ordering flowers, shopping for custom jewelry, or arranging for a special spa day appointment for the wonderful women in your life, be a smart consumer.

05/03/2012

New Phishing Scam Hurts Small Businesses

Small businesses and consumers across the country are falling victim to the latest email phishing scam that exploits BBB’s name. The campaign that started yesterday was the second biggest phishing scam in the country.

04/17/2012

BBB Invites Community to Take Part in a Coast-to-Coast “Secure Your ID” Day - Rain or Shine!

04/16/2012

Itinerant Contractors Combing Neighborhoods

03/27/2012

BBB ALERT - BEWARE OF STORM CHASERS

03/23/2012

BBB Alert --- Scammers Target Local Businesses Using Local Media and Race for the Cure

03/21/2012

Text Messages Offer ‘Free’ Wal-Mart Gift Card

03/08/2012

Personal Service Missing From Personally Yours

03/07/2012

BBB Commends Savvy Consumers: Complaints Down, But Huge Jump in Inquiries Means Shoppers Are Doing Their Homework

03/06/2012

BBB Advice to Avoid Common Wedding Day Scams

03/05/2012

BBB Advice on Giving to Tornado Relief Charities

Americans seeing the devastation wreaked by recent tornadoes are responding with gifts of time and money. Givers should take steps to assure themselves that their donations will go to reputable charities.


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