http://wisconsin.bbb.org/wwwroot/sitepage.aspx?site=28&id=52118aac-1080-4e73-8e62-46124bd81574&art=5230 10 Mon, 20 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/wisconsin-bbb-advises-beware-of-green-dot-moneypak-scams-41964 Tue, 14 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-moves-to-new-location-41891 Fri, 10 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT The rescue this week of three women and a child from a Cleveland home where they were held captive for a decade has gained worldwide attention. Generous donors wishing to help the victims are being cautioned by Better Business Bureau to confirm the legitimacy of all charitable fundraising and crowdfunding efforts. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/bbb-cautions-on-fundraising-to-assist-cleveland-kidnap-victims-41841 Thu, 09 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB is urging all consumers and businesses to pay close attention to a Cyber Security Advisory issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation regarding a vulnerability in Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 8 browser(IE8) http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/fbi-issues-cyber-security-advisory-that-could-impact-all-users-of-microsoft-explorer-8-41825 Wed, 08 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Spring is in the air and with it a desire to get outside and start cleaning up, fixing up, repairing, maybe evening rebuilding. But let’s face it, there are only so many hours in a day to accomplish all that needs to be done. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/need-help-around-the-house-bbb-tips-for-finding-trustworthy-contractors-41814 Tue, 07 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Summer break is quickly approaching for high school and college students and many of them will be searching for summer jobs. The Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern Illinois is warning students about job scams that could result in a loss of money and a waste of time. These could include work-at-home jobs paying high salaries for simple work and sales or pyramid schemes. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-warns-job-seekers-about-summer-job-scams-41779 Mon, 06 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT The BBB is advising consumers to beware of phishing emails disguised as sources of cut-rate gifts for Mother's Day http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/shopping-online-for-mothers-day-beware-of-phishing-scams-disguised-as-gift-sources-41736 Mon, 06 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/three-wisconsin-high-school-seniors-win-bbbs-student-of-integrity-scholarship-41739 Sat, 04 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT FCC 'Bill Shock' Rules Require Alerts About Overages for cell phone users - April 17, 2013 announcement. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/fcc-announces-bill-shock-rules-for-cell-phones-41719 Thu, 02 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/make-the-right-move-during-moving-month-41653 Wed, 01 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT With rents topping $800 for a one bedroom apartment and more than $1,000 for a two bedroom, it behooves potential renters to research the property – and property management company – before plopping down a deposit along with the first and last month’s rent and signing a yearlong lease. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/bbb-tips-for-being-a-smart-renter-41604 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/free-shred-event-helped-thousands-of-wisconsinites-fight-identity-theft-41576 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB finds award notifications for airline tickets or cruises are promotions for high pressure sales pitches for expensive travel clubs that don't deliver promised savings, with costs for promotions. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/travel-club-schemes-cause-nationwide-promotion-commotion-41583 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/wisconsin-bbb-warns-day-cares-about-milwaukee-based-literacy-for-children-41544 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/getting-bugged-make-sure-your-pest-management-is-handled-by-a-pro-41502 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/online-pharmacies-budget-stretcher-or-big-danger-41484 Wed, 17 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-of-kenosha-based-midwest-marketing-door-to-door-magazine-sellers-41398 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT At least one poorly-conceived charity scam has already emerged in the wake of the explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon yesterday, and more are likely. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-of-charity-scams-offers-giving-tips-in-wake-of-boston-marathon-bombing-41366 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/bbb-getting-reports-of-bogus-bills-from-businesses-about-aypr-inc--41321 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB tips for filing last-minute taxes before the April 15 deadline http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/file-your-last-minute-2012-taxes-the-right-way-41318 Thu, 11 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Do you know that hijacking or sniping domain names is becoming a business and you need to take precautions? http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/domain-names-hijacked-41290 Fri, 05 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Buying on the secondary market can be useful for non-season ticket holders, occasional fans, or those making a last-minute decision to head to the ball park. But how do you know if the tickets are real? http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/take-me-out-to-the-ballgameand-dont-get-taken-41172 Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/wisconsin-bbb-warns-businesses-to-watch-out-for-small-business-scams-41096 Mon, 01 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Internet browsers are the most commonly-used software on workstations and mobile platforms, but they are also used to track our browsing habits and a common entry point for hackers. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/bbb-cautions-consumers-about-unsafe-internet-browsers-41064 Thu, 28 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT Spring is the perfect time to declutter, but when it comes to financial documents, what should you keep? http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-identifies-what-paperwork-to-keep-when-spring-cleaning-41038 Wed, 27 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT The Wisconsin BBB has received numerous complaints from small businesses across the country against A2Z Offsite. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/wisconsin-better-business-bureau-sees-complaint-pattern-with-a2z-offsite--41007 Wed, 20 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT Whether it’s Gonzaga going all the way or University of Oregon pulling off the upset, Better Business Bureau is warning fans of March Madness scams. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/avoid-the-foul-and-reject-the-scam-40914 Tue, 19 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT With local teams making it to the NCAA, Better Business Bureau wants to warn the public about scams related to March Madness. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/bbb-tips-for-march-madness-40885 Wed, 13 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT It’s traumatic to lose a loved one. That trauma is intensified when your loved one’s identity is stolen. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/identity-theft-of-the-deceased-40749 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT A new phishing scam is making the rounds disguised as a consumer complaint notification from the FTC. If you receive it, just hit "delete." http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/how-fake-ftc-emails-are-tricking-business-owners-40784 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT Most of us have gotten used to charging purchases, large and small, on a debit or credit card. Just swipe the card and avoid the hassle of carrying cash. Look carefully; you may notice a new fee on your receipt. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/new-merchant-surcharges-on-credit-purchases-40659 Fri, 01 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/wisconsin-bbb-2012-annual-report-40731 Tue, 26 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT The Wisconsin Better Business Bureau warns against telephone calls from “AFD Medical Advisors." http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/afd-medical-advisors-scam-targeting-seniors-40382 Tue, 26 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT The Wisconsin BBB, U.S. Postal Inspection Service and U.S. Postal Service will host a free Shred Day Event on Monday, March 4. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/wisconsin-bbb-us-postal-inspection-service-and-usps-to-host-free-shred-day-40393 Thu, 21 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT The Consumer Fraud Task Force urges bi-state residents to be alert for signs that friends or family members have been trapped by the notorious schemes. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/consumer-fraud-task-force-warns-of-predatory-jamaican-lottery-scams-40325 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT With images of the crippled Carnival Triumph splashed about, you may be re-thinking a vacation at sea. Yet, while it's impossible to foresee extreme weather conditions or make allowances for mechanical failures, there are things travelers can do to improve the odds of a care-free cruise. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/before-you-set-sail-bbb-tips-for-planning-a-cruise-40359