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09/01/2010

Scammers Target Job Hunters in Weak Economy

As the unemployment rate hovers around 10 percent, the Better Business Bureau warns that scammers are preying on the unemployed.

08/11/2010

CARU Public Service Announcement Asks Parents: "Do You Really Know Where Your Children Are on the Internet?"

The Children’s Advertising Review Unit (CARU) of CBBB, Inc., recently launched its first public service announcements, cautioning parents to be alert to their children’s activities on the Internet.

08/05/2010

You Too Can Donate Like a Billionaire

BBB Wise Giving Alliance recommends donors research charities fully before they give—just like the billionaires do.

08/03/2010

Complaints to BBB about Satellite TV Reveal Common Customer Grievances over Terms of the Agreement

Before signing up with a satellite provider, read the contract closely to avoid unexpected charges

07/27/2010

BBB Wise Giving Alliance Official Appointed to FASB Advisory Body

Out of a pool of over 125 nominations, Bennett Weiner, Chief Operating Officer of the BBB Wise Giving Alliance, was selected to be part of a new Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) advisory committee.

07/20/2010

BBB and WOMMA Present Free Webinar Series

The Better Business Bureau and Word of Mouth Marketing Association present the new webinar series "Compliant & Successful - Aligning Marketing & Legal Around Word of Mouth & Social Media Marketing." The series runs from July 29th to August 5th.

07/08/2010

BBB Wise Giving Alliance Releases Top Reasons Charities Fail to Meet Its Standards

The BBB Wise Giving Alliance released a list of standards that national charities most commonly fail to meet when being evaluated by the Alliance.

07/07/2010

BBB Warns Car Shoppers About Online Dealer Scam

Better Business Bureau warns car shoppers to beware of websites offering too-good-to-be-true deals on repossessed cars. BBB has heard from people nationwide who thought they were buying from a reputable dealer online but were actually sending money to scammers.

07/01/2010

BBB Issues “Call for Entries” for 2011 International Torch Awards

BBB International Torch Awards focus on building and sustaining trust in the marketplace. The 2011 awards will include new categories to recognize excellence in customer care.

06/03/2010

No Credit? Bad Credit? Beware of Loan Scams

Better Business Bureau warns that struggling families and small business owners can lose thousands to phony lenders

05/18/2010

BBB and Direct Selling Education Foundation Partner to Educate Direct Sellers and their Customers

Better Business Bureau (BBB) and the Direct Selling Education Foundation (DSEF) today announced the launch of a national partnership to raise awareness of ethical business practices and consumer protection by providing expert advice and guidance for direct sellers and their customers.

05/17/2010

BBB Warns Against Twitter Money-Making Schemes

Through Tweets, e-mail and Web sites, job hunters are being told that they can make lots of money from the comfort of home using Twitter and Better Business Bureau warns that the large print for such offers may promise big returns but the fine print can cost them every month.

05/11/2010

Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative Issues Statement on the White House Task Force on Childhood Obesity Report

The Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative Director, Elaine D. Kolish, issued a statement in response to the Childhood Obesity Task Force report released today.

05/03/2010

Avoid Moving Scams this Summer

American Moving & Storage Association and BBB offer a few simple rules to follow when looking for a mover.

04/29/2010

Complaints to BBB Against Debt Settlement Companies On the Rise

Better Business Bureau advises cash-strapped families to recognize the red flags of deceptive debt settlement services