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02/07/2012

BBB Warns Consumers About "Robo Calls"

The Wisconsin Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning consumers about recent "robo call" offers to lower their interest rates.

02/06/2012

BBB 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

Intuit Fake Email: Tax Information Needed within 30 days

INTUIT reports that customers have reported receiving spam. Below is a copy of the fake email.

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.

02/03/2012

How to Find Trustworthy Tax Preparation Help

Taxpayers have until April 17 to file their 2011 tax returns and pay any tax due. According to the IRS, 80 percent of Americans will enlist the help of a tax preparer or tax software when filing their taxes. Better Business Bureau encourages taxpayers to use caution when selecting tax preparation help to avoid penalties or fees.

02/03/2012

BBB Advises Consumers To Shop Around, Ask Questions Before Buying Funeral Services

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is advising consumers to ask lots of questions and consider several providers before buying or planning funeral services.

02/03/2012

BBB Advice for Avoiding Automobile Repair Scams

When your vehicle needs repairs you should know how to find a reliable mechanic. Better Business Bureau recommends following a few key pointers to ensure that your automobile gets fixed without a glitch.

02/03/2012

Protecting Data – Does Your Business Know What to Do?

Customers expect every business that collects their personal information to protect it. Better Business Bureau advises business owners to proactively address customer anxiety and takes steps to prevent and prepare for a security breach.

02/03/2012

Don’t Let an “Authorization Hold” Hold You Hostage

When dining out at a fancy restaurant or spending the night away in a hotel, it’s important to take notice of what the banking industry calls an “authorization hold” on your credit card.

02/03/2012

Buyer Beware as Shoddy Knock-offs Infiltrate the Internet

For bargain-hunters looking for name-brand items at discount prices online, Better Business Bureau offers advice on avoiding web-based rip-off schemes.

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.

01/31/2012

Beware Difference between 'Notario' and 'Notary Public'

In some Latin American countries, a notario is a lawyer. In others, the title denotes someone who holds public office. In the United States, however, a notary is simply someone legally empowered to witness and certify documents and take affidavits and depositions. Scammers prey on Spanish-speaking immigrants in the U.S. who don't undertand the difference.

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.

01/27/2012

ALERT: Emerging Phishing Scam

UPDATED: Better Business Bureau is issuing an urgent SCAM alert!

01/26/2012

Ten Tips for Tax Season

With Tax Day fast approaching, it’s time to start the tax filing process that we all know and love.


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