http://wisconsin.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=28&id=a824b759-3137-43b5-aedf-a38056bcce73&debug=False 10 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/elder-abuse-awareness-day-western-union-and-better-business-bureau-promote-fraud-awareness-on-un-observance-42460 Fri, 07 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB advice on buying exercise equipment http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/get-the-skinny-before-purchasing-exercise-equipment--42369 Wed, 05 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT There are a few things more annoying than junk mail, spam and unsolicited calls and texts messages. Not only are these unwanted communications an annoyance, but they can potentially lead to identity theft. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/cut-down-on-junk-mail-and-spam-42250 Wed, 05 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT Is Dad an adventure seeker? Is he up for the thrill of skydiving, whitewater rafting or other exciting adventures? How about golf lessons, a fishing trip, or a wilderness experience? With Father's Day on Sunday, June 16, Better Business Bureau is recommending that shoppers consider the fine print before purchasing high adventure activities or gift certificates for Dad. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/fathers-day-advice-be-smart-about-adventure-packages-42243 Wed, 05 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB warns consumers to be on the lookout for smishing scams http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/scam-texts-trick-consumers-into-sharing-banking-info-42258 Tue, 04 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/top-five-tips-for-mobile-banking-42219 Mon, 03 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT Door-to-door scams are run by con artists who move from town to town and state to state, performing poor work, or simply collecting deposits and leaving behind a trail of unhappy consumers. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/6-tips-to-protect-yourself-when-a-stranger-comes-knocking-42199 Fri, 31 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/bbb-of-wisconsin-travel-insurance-high-in-inquiries--42174 Wed, 29 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/tips-to-deal-with-the-after-effects-of-flooding-and-water-damage-42129 Fri, 24 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/bbb-dont-fail-at-a-memorial-day-sale-42102 Wed, 22 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/beware-of-memorial-day-scams-aimed-at-military-personnel-42037 Tue, 21 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB Charity Reviews can help donors find accountable charities that will respond to Monday's tornado in Oklahoma and other disasters. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/bbb-advises-donors-to-check-charities-out-before-giving-to-tornado-relief-efforts-41987 Tue, 21 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT In the wake of the devastating tornadoes that ripped through Oklahoma yesterday, and in north Texas last week, Better Business Bureau and BBB Wise Giving Alliance have issued tips to help donors make smart giving decisions and to avoid scams. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-urges-donor-caution-after-tornadoes-42005 Mon, 20 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/wisconsin-bbb-advises-beware-of-green-dot-moneypak-scams-41964 Tue, 14 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-moves-to-new-location-41891 Fri, 10 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT The rescue this week of three women and a child from a Cleveland home where they were held captive for a decade has gained worldwide attention. Generous donors wishing to help the victims are being cautioned by Better Business Bureau to confirm the legitimacy of all charitable fundraising and crowdfunding efforts. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/bbb-cautions-on-fundraising-to-assist-cleveland-kidnap-victims-41841 Thu, 09 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB is urging all consumers and businesses to pay close attention to a Cyber Security Advisory issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation regarding a vulnerability in Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 8 browser(IE8) http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/fbi-issues-cyber-security-advisory-that-could-impact-all-users-of-microsoft-explorer-8-41825 Wed, 08 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Spring is in the air and with it a desire to get outside and start cleaning up, fixing up, repairing, maybe evening rebuilding. But let’s face it, there are only so many hours in a day to accomplish all that needs to be done. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/need-help-around-the-house-bbb-tips-for-finding-trustworthy-contractors-41814 Tue, 07 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Summer break is quickly approaching for high school and college students and many of them will be searching for summer jobs. The Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern Illinois is warning students about job scams that could result in a loss of money and a waste of time. These could include work-at-home jobs paying high salaries for simple work and sales or pyramid schemes. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-warns-job-seekers-about-summer-job-scams-41779 Mon, 06 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT The BBB is advising consumers to beware of phishing emails disguised as sources of cut-rate gifts for Mother's Day http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/shopping-online-for-mothers-day-beware-of-phishing-scams-disguised-as-gift-sources-41736 Mon, 06 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/three-wisconsin-high-school-seniors-win-bbbs-student-of-integrity-scholarship-41739 Sat, 04 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT FCC 'Bill Shock' Rules Require Alerts About Overages for cell phone users - April 17, 2013 announcement. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/fcc-announces-bill-shock-rules-for-cell-phones-41719 Thu, 02 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/make-the-right-move-during-moving-month-41653 Wed, 01 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT With rents topping $800 for a one bedroom apartment and more than $1,000 for a two bedroom, it behooves potential renters to research the property – and property management company – before plopping down a deposit along with the first and last month’s rent and signing a yearlong lease. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/bbb-tips-for-being-a-smart-renter-41604 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/free-shred-event-helped-thousands-of-wisconsinites-fight-identity-theft-41576 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT 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. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/travel-club-schemes-cause-nationwide-promotion-commotion-41583 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/wisconsin-bbb-warns-day-cares-about-milwaukee-based-literacy-for-children-41544 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/getting-bugged-make-sure-your-pest-management-is-handled-by-a-pro-41502 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/online-pharmacies-budget-stretcher-or-big-danger-41484 Wed, 17 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-of-kenosha-based-midwest-marketing-door-to-door-magazine-sellers-41398 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT At least one poorly-conceived charity scam has already emerged in the wake of the explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon yesterday, and more are likely. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-of-charity-scams-offers-giving-tips-in-wake-of-boston-marathon-bombing-41366 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/bbb-getting-reports-of-bogus-bills-from-businesses-about-aypr-inc--41321 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB tips for filing last-minute taxes before the April 15 deadline http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/file-your-last-minute-2012-taxes-the-right-way-41318 Thu, 11 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Do you know that hijacking or sniping domain names is becoming a business and you need to take precautions? http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/domain-names-hijacked-41290 Fri, 05 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Buying on the secondary market can be useful for non-season ticket holders, occasional fans, or those making a last-minute decision to head to the ball park. But how do you know if the tickets are real? http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/take-me-out-to-the-ballgameand-dont-get-taken-41172 Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/wisconsin-bbb-warns-businesses-to-watch-out-for-small-business-scams-41096 Mon, 01 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT 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. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/bbb-cautions-consumers-about-unsafe-internet-browsers-41064 Thu, 28 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT Spring is the perfect time to declutter, but when it comes to financial documents, what should you keep? http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-identifies-what-paperwork-to-keep-when-spring-cleaning-41038 Wed, 27 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT The Wisconsin BBB has received numerous complaints from small businesses across the country against A2Z Offsite. http://wisconsin.bbb.org/article/wisconsin-better-business-bureau-sees-complaint-pattern-with-a2z-offsite--41007