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11/08/2012

Detect Sales Disguised as Charity Donation Requests

Military Charities: Is it a Sting or the Real Thing?

08/04/2011

New at Wis State Fair: BBB Tips on a Stick

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”.

06/09/2011

Home Buyers, Sellers Tell BBB To Approach Jack Roddy, JMZ And Bagwell Group With Caution

A St. Louis area real estate investor who buys and “flips” property is facing criticism from consumers who say he cost them thousands or severely damaged their credit when home deals went sour.

05/02/2011

Leasing an Office Space That Works for You

Taking the leap and leasing a commercial office space can be a frightening prospect. But if you ask the right questions and take the time to do your research, you’ll avoid the common pitfalls.

03/17/2011

Austin-Based Firms Using Ads to Sell Coins May Be Peddling ‘Fool’s Gold’

Consumers nationwide should be on the alert for advertisements from two Texas-based companies that are using newspapers to sell gold bullion coins “completely free of dealer mark-up,” Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns. The companies appear to be using the ads to entice consumers to buy more expensive “collector coins” at prices significantly higher than they could be bought elsewhere.

07/28/2010

Consumers Say Free Trials from Auction Agency are Anything But Free

BBB has issued an F rating to Auction Agency, an Austin-based company which lists foreclosed homes and automobiles for sale on the Internet. Consumer complaints received by BBB allege Auction Agency represented their service as a free trial, then later assessed charges for unrequested services. Additionally, several disputes allege dissatisfaction with the company’s services.

10/01/2006

FTC - Selling Your Home? Tips for Selecting a Real Estate Professional

If you’re thinking about selling your home, you may be considering using the services of a real estate broker or agent. But before you sign a listing agreement, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the agency that works for a competitive marketplace, wants you to be informed about your choices.

07/01/2000

FTC - Living Trust Offers: How to Make Sure They're Trust-worthy

You've worked hard for your money, and made every attempt to be a conscientious saver. So it's only natural that you want some control over what happens to your assets in the event of your death. At the very least, you probably want to minimize or avoid potential hassles and headaches for your loved ones.

07/01/2000

FTC - Make Sure Living Trust Offers Are Trust-Worthy

You've worked hard for your money, so it's no wonder that you'll want some control over what happens to your assets in the event of your death. At the very least, you probably want to minimize or avoid potential hassles and headaches for your loved ones.


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