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03/22/2013
Cell phone users are increasingly turning to Bluetooth technology to talk - hands free - on their phones. But as this high tech tool gains popularity in the US and Canada, scammers are finding ways to exploit it.
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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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01/23/2013
Protecting our senior citizens from Medicare Fraud - information you need to know.
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12/04/2012
Better Business Bureau is warning consumers looking for payday or car title loans to research a company or website’s reputation and read all the fine print before giving your personal information or signing any agreements.
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11/30/2012
The gift card text message scam is back with a vengeance this holiday shopping season. Shoppers across the country are reporting receiving spam text messages, called smishing, saying they won pricey gift card.
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10/23/2012
Student loans come with protections for US troops, but loan companies seem to be misleading them, a new Pentagon report says. Student loans, held by 41 percent of troops, are among their top concerns.
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10/05/2012
Pay your taxes online this year? Scammers are hoping to grab the attention of the many Americans who filed electronically. Watch your inbox for this latest round of phishing scams that poses as an IRS email.
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08/28/2012
BBB serving Northeast Florida & the Southeast Atlantic reminds you to do your homework before hiring a contractor in the wake of Hurricane Isaac. Many contractors are reputable; however, some unethical operators may attempt to take advantage of storm victims. Here are some quick tips:
Check the reliability of a company with the BBB first.
Obtain at least three estimates. Make sure that the estimates are itemized and the same work and variations should be noted.
Ask for the license number and verify with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors, South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation depending on your location.
Have a written contract for your repairs and understand it thoroughly before you sign. Be certain the contract includes the contractor’s name, street address, telephone number and state license number.
BBB advises you to be wary of businesses:
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07/31/2012
BBB joined Wal-Mart, Target and Best Buy as another established brand used to promote fake gift cards. Don’t bother trying to redeem this offer. It’s just a trick to get your email address, cell number and other personal information.
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07/31/2012
A new scam using the BBB name popped up this morning, and has been received by consumers and businesses across the U.S. and Canada…including many BBB offices!
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02/23/2012
Both the BBB and the FBI say timeshare resale fraud is on the rise, reported Jay Gormley on CBS11-TV, Dallas – Fort Worth. Timeshare owners pay thousands of dollars up front but their timeshares aren't sold.
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