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02/06/2012

Connecticut Better Business Bureau Helps Consumers Spot Fake Online Reviews

Professional writers can stack websites with positive comments about a particular company’s products or services – or negative feedback about their competitors.

02/06/2012

Ward Off W-2 Worries

Be Wary of Tax-Related Requests and Offers

02/03/2012

BBB Advice: Proceed with Caution When Dating Online

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Are you looking for love? Millions use dating and social networking sites to meet people.

02/02/2012

BBB Offers Advice for Safe and Successful Valentine's Day Shopping

If you're going to go through the task of sending flowers, candy or gifts for Valentine's Day, BBB offers advice for safe and successful shopping.

01/30/2012

BBB Warns of Do Not Call Phone Scam

Better Business Bureau warns consumers that scammers are making phony phone calls claiming to represent the National Do Not Call Registry. According to DoNotCall.gov, “The calls claim to provide an opportunity to sign up for the Registry. These calls are not coming from the Registry or the Federal Trade Commission, and you should not respond to these calls.

01/30/2012

Brides And Grooms, Beware

Don't Say "I Do" to Dicey Wedding Deals

01/25/2012

Identity Crisis Targets Businesses

BBB Notices Increase in Business Identity Theft

01/24/2012

Avoid Being Super Scammed by Super Bowl Scammers

Feb. 5, the New England Patriots and the New York Giants will compete for the title of National Football League champion. Indianapolis is expecting close to 150,000 visitors for Super Bowl XLVI, many of whom will be out-of-town fans traveling long distances to see their teams compete. Better Business Bureau reminds consumers to use caution when purchasing tickets or travel packages for the big game.

01/23/2012

Puppy Buyers Bark Up the Wrong Tree

Online Puppy-Selling Scam Takes Consumers for a Bad Walk

01/17/2012

BBB Reminds Consumers of Their Free Annual Credit Report

Start the new year knowing your credit is in good standing and your credit report is accurate. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, consumers can receive a free copy of their credit report from each of the three nationwide reporting agencies — Experian, Equifax and TransUnion — every 12 months.

01/11/2012

Resolve to be a Smarter Consumer in 2012

The start of a new year is a great time to resolve to be a smarter, safer consumer. Better Business Bureau has 10 resolutions for 2012 that can help you fight scammers, prevent identity theft and save money:

01/11/2012

Publishers Clearing House Hits Mail, Hoax Soon Follows

The Publishers Clearing House has a reputation for showing up on the doorstep and handing out big checks. When it happens, the winner's faces tell it all.

01/02/2012

Avoid Being “Yo-Yoed” Back to the Dealership After Purchasing a Car

A new car buying practice, dubbed “yo-yoing,” is being scrutinized by car buyers and consumer advocacy groups across the nation. “Yo-yoing” happens when a consumer drives a new car off the lot, only to find out later that the auto dealer was unable to secure financing. The auto dealer then offers to sell the consumer a different car or raises the interest rate. Sometimes, the dealer simply repossesses the original car and keeps the down payment, claiming it goes towards the mileage the customer placed on the car.

12/28/2011

BBB Warns of NETFLIX Phishing Scam

December 28, 2011, Little Rock, AR - The Better Business Bureau of Arkansas is issuing a warning that NETFLIX is the latest in a long line of companies to be plagued with a Phishing Scam using their name.

12/27/2011

BBB Offers End of Year Checklist to Help Start 2012

December is the time for family, travel, food and fun. However, for businesses it is a great time to evaluate 2011 successes, and determine business needs for the upcoming year.


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