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12/01/2011

BBB Business Advice for Tackling Holiday Gift Returns

BBB is advising businesses to make sure that their return policies are simple and solid before tackling customer gift returns this holiday season.

10/21/2011

Breast Cancer Awareness Also Means Being Alert To Scams, Pink Product Puffery, BBB Advises

The BBB urges consumers to take the time to research the charities seeking their money and to understand claims by marketers of products that purport to benefit breast cancer research.

10/12/2011

BBB Alerts Consumers To Potential New Bank Fees After Fed Orders Cut In Debit Card 'Swipe Fee'

The Better Business Bureau is advising consumers to be alert to potential new bank fees in the wake of a government-ordered cut in the fees banks charge merchants to process debit card transactions.

09/08/2011

Consumers, Businesses Can Take Steps To Foil Copper Theft

Copper theft is a serious problem for homeowners and businesses, but there are things people can do to reduce their vulnerability to thieves, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises.

03/11/2011

Want To Help Earthquake Victims In Japan? Check BBB First

The BBB advises donors to check with the BBB before making donations to charities that will provide relief to victims of the earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan early today.

01/26/2011

BBB Advice: Tax Refund Anticipation Loans Are Costly, Whether You Get A Check Or A Debit Card

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises consumers to be wary of tax refund anticipation loans, often marketed as "rapid refunds" in the form of checks or "gift" debit cards.

01/03/2011

Seven Scams that Target Small Businesses

Being vigilant against fraud is not only important for a company’s bottom line, it also strengthens customer trust in the business. The Better Business Bureau highlights seven common scams that prey on small companies.

12/30/2010

BBB Offers 10 Consumer-Savvy Resolutions For A Safe, Scam-Free New Year

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has 10 suggested resolutions to help you fight scammers, prevent identity theft and save money in 2011.

11/22/2010

Shoppers Can Avoid Post-Holiday Blues By Shopping Smart, Keeping Receipts

The BBB advises consumers to arm themselves with a budget and knowledge about the items they plan to buy before hitting the stores. Setting limits can help you avoid a deluge of post-holiday bills.

11/18/2010

BBB: Prepare Homes, Cars For Winter To Save Money, Headaches

Preparing your home and car for cold weather can reduce heating costs, prevent damage and destruction of property or simply save headaches when ice and snow arrive, the Better Business Bureau advises.

07/30/2010

Three Easy Steps to Dispose of Office Electronics

Disposing of outdated office computers, printers and copiers the right way is not only important for protecting the environment, it also staves off the efforts of data thieves. Better Business Bureau explains the three steps necessary for small business owners to dispose of old office equipment safely and securely.

06/30/2010

BBB Small Business Advice: Writing a Privacy Policy

Even if you think your business is too small to merit a privacy policy, the Better Business Bureau advises that if you have a website, you will benefit by having a comprehensive privacy policy.

06/01/2010

BBB Advice to Increase Your Chances of Getting a Small Business Loan

While the economy improves, banks are still reticent about lending to small business owners and Better Business Bureau recommends developing a solid business plan to earn the bank’s trust and increase your chances of landing a loan.

05/20/2010

National Small Business Week: Free Online Resources for Entrepreneurs

As part of National Small Business Week, Better Business Bureau is providing a list of free, online resources from your BBB and federal agencies to help small business owners stay afloat in a tough economy.

01/04/2010

BBB Small Business Advice: Five Tips for Ensuring Social Media Success in 2010

One New Year’s resolution that many small business owners are making is to increase their use of social media to promote their business online through sites like Facebook, MySpace and Twitter.


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