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05/14/2012

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.

04/16/2012

April is National Financial Literacy Month: Do You Know How Your Money is Doing?

During Financial Literacy Month in April, Better Business Bureau reminds consumers to keep track of their credit, debt and sensitive financial documents.

04/16/2012

BBB Advises Consumers To Monitor Credit Card Activity In Wake Of Massive Data Breach

Reports that millions of credit card numbers may have been compromised recently are a timely reminder that consumers need to stay on top of their credit card accounts, the BBB advises.

04/13/2012

Tax Refund Reminder: Review Funds First

Spend or Save Wisely

03/12/2012

Callers Claiming to be from Microsoft Tech Support are Really Scammers Attempting to Gain Control of Your Computer

Better Business Bureau is alerting consumers of a phone scam in which the caller claims to be from Microsoft. The caller offers to solve a consumer’s computer problems or sell him or her a software license, all in an effort to gain remote control access to the consumer’s computer.

02/14/2012

BBB Tax-Time Tips: How To Choose A Preparer, Avoid Scams And Costly Tax Refund Loans

Before you rush out and get your taxes done, The Better Business Bureau advises you to check your tax preparer’s BBB Business Review and be aware of pitfalls that trip up taxpayers every year.

02/14/2012

Debit Card Dangers

BBB Offers Safe Swiping Tips

01/12/2012

BBB Offers 10 Resolutions For A Safe, Scam-Free New Year

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has 10 resolutions that can help you fight scammers, prevent identity theft and save money in 2012.

12/20/2011

It’s Still Out There! New Advice for Recipients of BBB Complaint Email Scam

An email scam using BBB's name and logo continues to proliferate. Most of the emails contain the subject line “Complaint from your customers" and have a link or attachment containing phishing malware that steals information.

12/14/2011

BBB Alert: Five Holiday Scams To Avoid

Consumers who let down their guard during the hectic holiday season can easily fall prey to scammers poised to pounce on careless or overburdened shoppers, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns.

11/14/2011

BBB has Advice for Landing a Holiday Job

As retailers start gearing up for the holidays, some job hunters could get an early present this year in the form of a seasonal job. According to National Retail Federation, retail sales are expected to increase 2.8 percent this holiday season. As many retailers will be looking to add to their employee roster, Better Business Bureau recommends applicants apply early, research potential employers and come prepared for the interview.

10/13/2011

BBB iPhone App Now Available

BBB announced the release of the official BBB Search app, a convenient, mobile solution for the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. The app was approved by the Apple Store and is now available for download.

10/13/2011

BBB Advice for Making “Golden” Gold Transactions

With the price of gold at an all time high, Better Business Bureau is advising consumers to do their homework before making tempting gold transactions.

10/13/2011

October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month

BBB encourages safety online: It seems there’s an online data breach or scam in the headlines almost daily. Meanwhile, cyber threats continue to grow in sophistication.

10/13/2011

BBB Warns: Don't Fall for Scams Involving Death of Steve Jobs

Look out for scams that exploit the death of Apple CEO, Steve Jobs.


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