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05/06/2013
The BBB is advising consumers to beware of phishing emails disguised as sources of cut-rate gifts for Mother's Day
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04/30/2013
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.
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04/11/2013
Do you know that hijacking or sniping domain names is becoming a business and you need to take precautions?
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04/01/2013
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.
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03/20/2013
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.
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03/13/2013
It’s traumatic to lose a loved one. That trauma is intensified when your loved one’s identity is stolen.
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03/08/2013
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.
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03/08/2013
A new phishing scam is making the rounds disguised as a consumer complaint notification from the FTC. If you receive it, just hit "delete."
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02/21/2013
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.
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02/18/2013
A travel agency can make the process of booking your spring vacation quick and painless, but choosing the wrong agency can turn your dream vacation into a nightmare.
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02/14/2013
The BBB is warning donors that about 90 percent of donations to Heart Support of America Inc. is going to fundraising firms and less than 3 percent to benefit patients, their families or charity.
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02/11/2013
Behind candy, flowers are the second most popular gift to give on Valentine’s Day. According to the National Retail Federation, an estimated 36.6 percent of consumers will give flowers to their loved ones on Thursday, with total spending expected to top $1.9 billion.
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02/07/2013
You have probably heard the news. Retailers can charge up to four percent extra when you buy something with a credit card.
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01/25/2013
Check your privacy settings. Scammers are tapping into the personal data available through Facebook, Google+ and LinkedIn to pose as your friends in fraudulent emails. Watch out for these personalized scam messages and take steps to prevent them.
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01/23/2013
The BBB is warning the public to beware of letters that appear to be from Publishers Clearing House (PCH) and claim the recipient has won a grand prize drawing of $2 million dollars or more. Despite these official-looking letters, recipients are the target of a widespread scam that is seeing a resurgence across the country.
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