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04/01/2013

BBB Cautions Consumers About Unsafe Internet Browsers

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.

02/07/2013

Credit Card Transaction Surcharge

You have probably heard the news. Retailers can charge up to four percent extra when you buy something with a credit card.

02/15/2012

BBB Warns Consumers About "Robo Calls"

Consumers across the country are telling the Better Business Bureau that they are being harassed by recent "robo calls" to their home and cell phones that offer to lower their interest rates.

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.

12/20/2011

BBB Warns of Phone Scam Aimed at Hotel Guests

Many people will be traveling to see family and friends in the next few weeks. Scammers know this too, and may try to trick you into divulging your credit card information by posing as hotel employees. The BBB is warning holiday travelers to beware of a telephone phishing scam designed to steal credit card numbers.

11/02/2011

How to Select a Merchant Processing Service for Your Business

Choosing a merchant processor is a very important decision and can be vital to the overall success of your business. Better Business Bureau is advising business owners to do their homework before making a selection.

06/21/2011

BBB Advises Parents To Be On Guard For Signs of ID Theft Targeting Children

The first tell-tale sign that a child has been the victim of identity theft could be a credit card solicitation in the child’s name arriving in the mailbox, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns.

04/05/2011

Choosing a credit card for your business

If expense reports are piling up and you’re tired of hearing your employees complain about reimbursements, it's time to consider a business credit card. The Better Business Bureau offers advice to business owners on choosing the right credit card for your business.

10/05/2010

Department of Justice Files Lawsult Against Credit Card Companies

The Department of Justice recently announced that it filed a civil antitrust lawsuit in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York. It challenges rules that credit card companies such as American Express, MasterCard and Visa have instituted that prevent merchants from offering consumer discounts, rewards and information about card costs, ultimately resulting in consumers paying for more of their purchases.

08/24/2010

BBB Warns Consumers to Watch for Mystery Charges from iEarn, LLC

Mystery charges from iEarn, LLC, Coppell, TX, are turning up on credit card and bank accounts across the U.S., according to complaints to BBB. Now the business is operating as Success Funding Now.

08/19/2010

New Credit Card Rules Limit Penalties, Rate Increases

New rules on credit card interest rate increases and penalty fees are mostly good news for consumers, according to the Better Business Bureau (BBB).

08/17/2010

Watch Out for New Credit Card Rules

More changes to the rules for credit card companies are on the way, effective August 22nd. These changes will affect penalty fees and rate increases on your credit card account.

04/26/2010

BBB Offers Steps Consumers Can Take To Reduce Unwanted Mail

Consumers can protect themselves against identity theft and also protect the environment by taking steps to reduce unwanted mail, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises.

04/26/2010

BBB Offers Steps Consumers Can Take To Reduce Unwanted Mail

Consumers can protect themselves against identity theft and also protect the environment by taking steps to reduce unwanted mail, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises.

04/01/2010

BBB and Capital One Partner to Help Cardholders Manage Credit Wisely

April is Financial Literacy Month and Better Business Bureau and Capital One Financial Corp. have partnered to create a unique set of free resources to help consumers learn how to effectively manage credit.


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