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05/06/2013

Shopping Online For Mother's Day? Beware of Phishing Scams Disguised As Gift Sources

The BBB is advising consumers to beware of phishing emails disguised as sources of cut-rate gifts for Mother's Day

02/21/2013

Consumer Fraud Task Force Warns Of Predatory Jamaican Lottery Scams

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.

12/19/2012

Consumers Beware: Advanced Fee Loan Company posing as Out-of-business Company

The Better Business Bureau of Wisconsin (BBB) has been receiving numerous phone calls from individuals nationwide regarding a loan company posing as a local out-of-business company.

12/12/2012

'Santa fraud' could be coming to town

While the holiday season can bring out the best in people, it can also bring out those pesky Grinches looking to taking advantage of our festive spirit. Better Business Bureau is warning of the following five most common holiday scams that could ruin your holiday cheer if you’re not careful:

12/06/2012

Avoid Common Holiday Travel Scams

Get Educated, Get Ho-Ho-Home Safely

11/28/2012

BBB Warns Businesses of Local Vanity Award Scam

The BBB warns businesses about a "Best of" vanity award that is targeting companies in Wisconsin.

11/14/2012

BBB Tips: Protecting Your Online Purchases When Being Delivered

Thieves like to see big brown boxes in front of homes when no one is there!

11/09/2012

Those that have served our nation likely targets of Veterans Day scams, BBB warns

Veterans Day honors those who have served our country. But Better Business Bureau is warning it also serves as an opportunity for scammers to target those who previously served our nation, their families and those who are currently serving.

10/18/2012

The Security of Social Security Benefits

A New Scam Targeting Seniors Emerges

10/09/2012

BBB Partners with Western Union to Introduce BBB Scam Stopper

Arlington, VA – October 9, 2012 – Better Business Bureau and Western Union today launched BBB Scam Stopper, an education campaign to help consumers in the United States and Canada avoid common scams that con artists use to commit consumer fraud.

08/02/2012

Don’t Let Election Scammers Count on Your Support This Election Season

Better Business Bureau is advising voters to be on the lookout for the growing number of scams that are likely to continue leading up to the Presidential election.

07/31/2012

BBB Warns Students of Financial Aid Scams

With the cost of college outpacing inflation and crimping family budgets, students and their families are anxious to find scholarships and other awards that can help them pay for higher education. The Wisconsin Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises students and their parents to be wary of websites, seminars or other schemes that promise to find scholarships, grants or financial aid packages for a fee.

06/15/2012

President Obama is Not Offering to Pay Your Utility Bills

A new scam is claiming that President Obama will pay your utility bills through a new federal program. Customers in several states have reported the scam.

06/11/2012

Financial Aid Schemes Target Students Looking for Help

With the cost of college outpacing inflation and crimping family budgets, students and their families are eager to find scholarships and other awards to help pay for higher education. Better Business Bureau advises students and their parents to be wary of websites, seminars or other schemes that promise to find scholarships, grants or financial aid packages for an upfront fee.

06/08/2012

Gadgets, Gift Cards and More - Don't Fall Victim to a Father's Day Shopping Scam

The Wisconsin BBB warns consumers to be careful of these scams when shopping for Father's Day gifts.


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