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09/24/2012
If you use credit cards or owe money on loan, you are considered to be “in debt.” If you fall behind on a payment to your creditors, you may be contacted by a debt collector. Your Better Business Bureau has received close to 50 complaints in the past month against collection agencies and is reminding consumers about their rights.
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06/26/2012
There’s no worse time for your air conditioner to go on the fritz than when temperatures are in the 100s. Before hiring a contractor to make repairs, Better Business Bureau advises you to carefully research contractors for a cool experience.
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06/18/2012
There are circumstances that could force you to cancel your trip, return home early or require you to seek emergency medical treatment while traveling.
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05/30/2012
The BBB is warning people looking for child care jobs to be extremely cautious when dealing with anyone they meet through the Internet. 'Nanny scams' have been used to steal money from job seekers.
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05/10/2012
The BBB advises consumers to be careful when buying hair extensions from Doll Hair Galore of St. Louis County, which has disappointed many customers.
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04/10/2012
Deeply indebted consumers are paying thousands of dollars to scammers to modify their credit reports, when they can do the same thing at little or no cost themselves, a BBB study reveals.
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02/06/2012
Professional writers can stack websites with positive comments about a particular company’s products or services – or negative feedback about their competitors.
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01/16/2012
Losing weight is one of the most common New Year’s resolutions after enjoying tasty holiday treats. If you’re pledging to lose pounds this year by joining a gym, BBB recommends asking some questions before signing on the dotted line.
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01/12/2012
Dyan Blomberg was juggling the time and expense of a new baby when her washing machine stopped working. It was a quality machine, and she was not prepared to simply throw it out and buy a new one. She also could not wait weeks for a repair. She saw an ad on Craigslist for Reliable Appliance Repair Crew, and did some quick research online.
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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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08/22/2011
Facebook has released its first official security guide, a long overdue handbook to help the social media giant's half-billion fans understand, recognize and avoid the multitude of scams they face eve
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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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07/15/2011
Before you hire a contractor to make repairs, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises taking the time to check contractors out carefully, even when your patience is evaporating.
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11/02/2010
A Chicago-area company accused of misleading and pressuring homeowners to spend hundreds or thousands of dollars for unnecessary furnace and duct work has brought its business to the St. Louis area.
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02/09/2010
Consumers who used three Web-based businesses based in Southern Illinois have complained to the BBB about orders that were never fulfilled and their inability to contact the companies.
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