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09/17/2009
Businesses are increasingly becoming victims of “friendly fraud” - fraud carried out by customers to get items free of charge.
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09/14/2009
As the economic slump continues, many people are struggling to make ends meet, and unfortunately, vehicle repossessions are now on the rise.
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09/10/2009
Prepaid calling cards may seem like a great value, claiming to provide hundreds of minutes for a few dollars. However many phone cards are so rife with fees and service charges that they deliver far fewer minutes than advertised.
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09/04/2009
Phony ads for rental properties across the country are cropping up, and are specifically aimed at stealing money from unsuspecting renters.
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09/04/2009
A new money making opportunity that claims to “Multi-level market the Internet” could be nothing more than a pyramid scheme warns Better Business Bureau.
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08/24/2009
Consumers are taking their complaints online and your Better Business Bureau advises that responding to complaints is necessary if a company wants to maintain a reputation for great customer service
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08/21/2009
Estate planning isn’t only for the wealthy, nor is it a topic people enjoy thinking about. BBB advises consumers that if they own something of value they would like to pass on to family or loved ones at their death, they should create an estate plan.
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08/17/2009
As the unemployment rate rises, so does the threat of scams targeting job seekers. BBB warns job hunters to be extremely cautious in their search for work because scammers are out to take advantage of them.
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08/10/2009
It’s time to head back to school for many students and Better Business Bureau is warning consumers against online programs that offer fast and easy high school diplomas or college degrees.
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08/07/2009
“Not only were some consumers quick to take advantage of the new program, but scammers didn’t waste any time either,” said Jocile Ehrlich, BBB President. “Because the program is new, identity thieves know that they can cull sensitive personal information from consumers while looking like they are actually trying to offer assistance to participate in the program.”
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08/03/2009
The concept of bartering predates currency, however currency isn’t as easy to come by these days and some business owners are seeing the benefit in trading their goods or services, instead of dealing in cold hard cash. Better Business Bureau offers the following advice for small business owners on how they can benefit from bartering.
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07/30/2009
Consumers need to weed good information from the bad when trying to check out the new government ‘Cash for Clunkers’ program that allows some old gas guzzlers to be traded in for a credit on a new fuel-efficient vehicle. BBB warns that some con artists are seeking to exploit consumer curiosity about the program.
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07/28/2009
BBB Urges Business to Consider “Consumer Friendly” Dispute Resolution Options
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07/27/2009
Bankruptcy is a legal procedure that permits an individual (or business) to obtain relief from most or all of their debts. It enables people to seek a solution to their financial problems through the federal court.
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07/20/2009
As more families look to stretch their dollar, buying a used car, instead of new, is increasingly popular. Unfortunately, some law enforcement are reporting that VIN cloning—which targets used car buyers—is on the rise and Better Business Bureau advises car buyers to do their research or they could unknowingly purchase a stolen car.
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