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01/23/2012
With mystery shopping scams on the rise, the Wisconsin BBB warns consumers how to spot this scam.
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01/04/2012
Losing weight is one of the most common New Year’s resolutions. If you’re pledging to lose some pounds by joining a gym, Better Business Bureau recommends asking ten questions before signing on the dotted line.
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01/03/2012
Winter and spring are prime cruising months, but Better Business Bureau is advising consumers to read all of the fine print before signing up for a special cruise deal.
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11/08/2011
More than 60 domain names have been registered in the name of Santa Claus, offering children a wide range of opportunities to email St. Nick. Sadly, some of the websites aren’t always so trustworthy and can potentially be a dangerous way to share personal information. Better Business Bureau is advising parents to do their homework before letting their child write to Santa this holiday season.
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09/01/2011
While most auto repairmen are honest and forthcoming, consumers need to be on the lookout for those that are trying to make a quick buck. Better Business Bureau is advising consumers to do their research before turning their car over to an auto repair service.
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09/01/2011
As college students get settled on campus, fighting fraud may not be at the top of their list of priorities. However, Better Business Bureau recommends that they take seven simple steps to protect themselves on campus.
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08/19/2011
A disabled maintenance worker from Florissant, Mo., said thieves tricked her into giving them $3,000 after they told her she won two multimillion-dollar sweepstakes prizes, the BBB said.
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08/04/2011
Deep fried bacon with gravy. Deep fried oysters. Deep fried peanut butter cups. These are some of the new foods “on a stick” that people can enjoy at the 2011 Wisconsin State Fair. But, if they’re looking for a healthier alternative, the BBB recommends that consumers try the BBB “Tips on a Stick”.
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08/02/2011
With the average U.S. family now paying nearly $1,000 more annually for gas than they were two years ago, BBB warns consumers to be wary of gas-saving claims that empty your wallet.
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08/02/2011
BBB Advises Job Hunters to be on the Lookout for the Growing Number of Phony Job Postings
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08/02/2011
Scammers are always looking to make a quick buck, and with consumers concerned about harmful exposure to cell phone emissions, many scammers are looking to promote “shields” that can protect from the cancer causing waves.
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08/02/2011
Better Business Bureau, along with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are advising homeowners to be proactive when it comes to dealing with mold and mildew.
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07/05/2011
Many consumers don't know their smartphone's data plan is constantly in use, and a trip abroad could cost them thousands. Better Business Bureau is advising consumers on how to avoid data charges when traveling overseas.
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02/28/2011
A new year means a new scam, this time, targeting cell phone users. Like traditional “phishing,” “smishing” schemers often pose as banks or lottery sweepstakes asking customers to contact them immediately about a pressing issue that needs to be discussed.
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02/28/2011
With April 18th fast approaching, it’s time to start the tax filing process that we all know and love. This tax season, if you are planning to get assistance from a tax preparer or even if you’re planning to do the leg work yourself, Better Business Bureau, along with the Internal Revenue Service recommend following these top ten tax filing tips.
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