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02/08/2012

BBB Advice for Avoiding Automobile Repair Scams

When your vehicle needs repairs, you don't need a crash course in auto mechanics, but you should know how to find a reliable shop and mechanic. Better Business Bureau recommends following a few key pointers to ensure that your automobile gets fixed without a glitch. While many auto repair shops are legitimate, there are always those unscrupulous few that end up sucking thousands of unnecessary repair dollars from consumers.

02/08/2012

BBB Tax-Time Tips: How To Choose A Preparer, Avoid Scams And Costly Tax Refund Loans

Before you rush out and get your taxes done, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises you to check your tax preparer’s BBB Business Review and be aware of pitfalls that trip up taxpayers every year.

02/07/2012

IMMEDIATE ALERT FROM BBB - Mo Money Taxes (also known as MoneyCo USA)

A number of Better Business Bureaus across the country are today responding to consumer complaints and media questions about a tax preparation company called Mo Money Taxes (also known as MoneyCo USA).

01/20/2012

New Version of a Not So Old Email Scam

Your Better Business Bureau® is warning businesses and consumers of a email phishing scam using BBB’s trusted name. There are two versions of the phishing scam that use a false BBB e-mail address to entice recipients to access potentially damaging hyperlinks and attachments. Neither our database, or e-mail system have not been compromised by these attacks.

01/09/2012

BBB Names Top Ten Scams of 2011

Better Business Bureau investigates thousands of scams every year, from the latest gimmicks to schemes as old as the hills. Our new Scam Source (www.bbb.org/scam) is a comprehensive resource on scam investigations from BBBs around the country, with tips from BBB, law enforcement and others. You can sign up to receive our Scam Alerts by email, and you can also be a scam detective yourself by reporting scams you’ve discovered.

12/28/2011

BBB Warns Homeowners: Changes to Mortgage Rules Bring Out Scammers

Today, some homeowners who are “under water” with their mortgages can refinance under the Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP), but the Better Business Bureau is warning consumers that banks and mortgage companies aren’t the only ones gearing up for the rush of applications.

12/28/2011

BBB Warns of NETFLIX Phishing Scam

December 28, 2011, Little Rock, AR - The Better Business Bureau of Arkansas is issuing a warning that NETFLIX is the latest in a long line of companies to be plagued with a Phishing Scam using their name.

12/20/2011

It’s Still Out There! New Advice for Recipients of BBB Complaint Email Scam

An email scam using BBB's name and logo continues to proliferate. Most of the emails contain the subject line “Complaint from your customers" and have a link or attachment containing phishing malware that steals information.

12/16/2011

Stay Warm and Cozy with an Energy Efficiency Plan this Winter

With a tough economy looming like the Grinch over this year’s holiday season, many people are looking for ways to save money through energy efficiency. Better Business Bureau is offering a checklist for homeowners to safely prepare their homes for the cold winter months, and perhaps save a few dollars in the process.

12/09/2011

CHECK YOUR RECEIPTS BEFORE LEAVING ANY CASHIER'S STATION!!!!!

This could happen at ANY retail outlet! This incident happened a couple weeks ago. Several items were purchased at a local retail store that totaled over $150. When the customer looked at the receipt the cashier was handing them, they noticed the receipt indicated a cash-back of $40.

12/07/2011

ALERT: BBB warns of phishing scam using BBB name

The scam, reported across the country, including in Arkansas, uses a false BBB e-mail address to entice recipients to access potentially damaging hyperlinks and attachments.

11/08/2011

CONSUMER ALERT - Veterans Day Scam

Veterans Day is one where we take time to honor those who have served our country. It’s also a time when scammers come out to take advantage of our veterans and active duty military personnel. BBB wants to make sure those who serve us do not become victims of fraud. Veteran’s scams can take many forms. BBB provides the following information on different types of offers and scams that can put our Veterans at jeopardy of becoming victims of fraud, paying more for items than they should or identity theft.

11/02/2011

Latest Sweepstakes Scam Pretends It’s BBB Calling

Better Business Bureau is cautioning businesses and consumers about a website and phone calls that are purporting to be from BBB about sweepstakes’ winnings. This is a scam – BBB is not conducting a sweepstake.

10/27/2011

StubHub being used for a phishing scam

Hundreds of people across the United States have reported receiving an email claiming to be from StubHub referencing an order for a Boxing event that the recipient did not place. This is a phishing email to gather personal information from you.

10/13/2011

Door-to-Door Magazine Sales Could Spell Trouble for Consumers

Better Business Bureau warns that potentially deceptive door-to-door magazine sales crews are hitting the pavement looking to earn a quick buck. In the last 12 months, BBB has received over 600 complaints from consumers across the country, about companies selling magazines door-to-door.


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