BBB News

BBB Warns Your Online Diploma Would be a Worthless Piece of Paper

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Don't fall for the promise of quick and easy credentials!

BBB Warns of Scam Aimed at Classified Advertisers In Print and Online

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT

BBB Warns of Scam Aimed at Classified Advertisers In Print and Online

FTC's New Rule Puts an End to Robocalls

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Better Business Bureau Warns about iJango, Possible Pyramid Scheme

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT

A new money making opportunity that claims to “Multi-level market the Internet” could be nothing more than a pyramid scheme warns Better Business Bureau.

BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU HONORS LINCOLN’S 2009 INTEGRITY AWARD WINNERS

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Four Lincoln Companies Recognized for Business Ethics

BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU UNVEILS 2009 OMAHA INTEGRITY AWARD WINNERS

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT

BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU UNVEILS 2009 INTEGRITY AWARD WINNERS

BBB Copycat Targets Kansas Citizens

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT

BBB copycats claim to distribute prize winnings. Avoid copycats by verifying the caller's legitimacy with your local Better Business Bureau office.

Defend Your Business Against the H1N1 Virus This Winter

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Employers play a vital role in preventing the spread of the H1N1 virus and Better Business Bureau offers the following advice to bolster the workplace against the threat of flu this winter.

Fake Wal-Mart Satisfaction Survey Could Prove Costly to Recipients

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT

A Wal-Mart customer satisfaction survey that comes via email has been identified by BBB as an Identity Theft Scam.

BBB Alert- Beware of Bargains at Liquidation Sale

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT

BBB warns consumers of "stuffing" practices at a local home furnishing store's "going out of business" sale.

BBB Warns of New Phishing E-mail Posing as BBB Complaint Confirmation

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Better Business Bureau is alerting consumers and businesses about a new phishing attack that resembles an e-mail confirmation claiming the recipient has filed a complaint with BBB about a business. The malicious e-mails first came to the attention of BBB on Thursday, October 15.

Teeth Whitening Products Sold Online Wipe Smile off Consumers’ Faces

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT

BBB is warning consumers to be extremely wary of pervasive online ads offering the promise of a whiter, brighter smile. BBB has received an onslaught of complaints from consumers who thought they were signing up for a free trial of teeth whitening products but were repeatedly billed for products and services.

BBB Offers Advice on How to Identify Legitimate Census Workers

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT

BBB advises citizens to cooperate carefully in order to avoid becoming a victim of possible census-related scams.

BBB Warns Renters to Be Wary of Bogus Home Rentals Online

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Consumers who wish to rent an apartment or home using Craigslist or other online classifieds need to use caution according to your Better Business Bureau.

Five Questions if Direct Selling is for you

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Being successful at direct selling doesn’t require any special education or experience but it isn’t for everyone. Better Business Bureau suggests people ask themselves a few questions when considering a new venture in direct sales.

Food and Beverage Companies Continue to Raise the Bar When Advertising to Kids

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative report shows marked progress in 2008 through self-regulation.

BBB Warns Of Buying Flood Damaged Cars

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Don't Get Stuck With A Flood Damaged Vehicle

Fake Check Scam Hits Fulton County Board of Commissioners

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Not Even The Government Is Safe From Fake Check Scams!

Phony Debt Collectors Target Pay Day Loan Borrowers

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Better Business Bureau is issuing an alert about a widespread scam that involves phony debt collectors who have an alarming amount of private information about their victims.

BBB Advice on Using Layaway for Holiday Purchases

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

As more families struggle in the tough economy, retailers are trying to make paying for holiday gifts more flexible by offering layaway options. With layaway experiencing a comeback, your Better Business Bureau offers the following guidance on how to use this old fashioned payment plan in lieu of credit cards.

Skepticism Healthy to Avoid Swine Flu Scams; BBB Warns of Fraudulent Health Items

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

BBB warns consumers to be skeptical of websites and emails promoting swine flu prevention products. At best, they don’t work. At worst, they’re dangerous. Get tips to avoid swine flu scams.

Make Money From Home with Google? Not so Fast, Warns BBB

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

The Better Business Bureau has received more than 1,500 complaints about several dozen websites that are trading on the Google name to scam people who want to learn about making money from home. Because the sites often use the Google name and prominently display its iconic logo, consumers often assume they are getting a job with Google when in fact they were getting taken in by yet another work-at-home scheme.

Fraudulent Money Transfers Connected to Malware and

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

This year the FBI has reported a significant increase in frauds that involve the exploitation of valid online banking credentials belonging to small and medium businesses, municipal governments, and school districts.

BlueHippo Faces Contempt for Ongoing Computer Financing Scam

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

FTC wants contempt charges against BlueHippo for continuing to deceive cash-strapped consumers with phony promises that it would help them purchase a computer even if they have credit problems.

BBB Bulletin, 3rd Quarter, 2009.

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Click here to view BBB Bulletin, 3rd Quarter, 2009.

Five questions to ask before donating to a charity

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

BBB Wise Giving Alliance advises donors to research a charity prior to giving and provides five questions to ask when vetting where to contribute this holiday season.