http://utah.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=139&id=c5ec83cb-160f-49d7-9932-1197ddff42b3&debug=False&tag=site=139&bbb=1166&firm=5002299 10 Tue, 21 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT In the wake of the devastating tornadoes that ripped through Oklahoma yesterday, and in north Texas last week, Better Business Bureau and BBB Wise Giving Alliance have issued tips to help donors make smart giving decisions and to avoid scams. http://utah.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-urges-donor-caution-after-tornadoes-42005 Mon, 20 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT The BBB has nine tips to help working parents find safe, reliable child care. http://utah.bbb.org/article/bbb-advises-parents-to-research-child-care-carefully-to-assure-safety-health-of-children-41958 Mon, 20 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Memorial Day is a time to honor those who serve and remember those who have died in war. But sadly, it has also become a key opportunity for scammers to target those who are serving or have served their nation, especially elderly veterans. http://utah.bbb.org/article/beware-of-memorial-day-scams-aimed-at-military-personnel-41681 Mon, 13 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT The BBB is warning consumers about a network of Arizona-based companies that have targeted senior citizens and others in an investment and credit card processing scheme. http://utah.bbb.org/article/missouri-retiree-may-be-victim-of-nationwide-credit-card-scheme-bbb-warns-41857 Thu, 09 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT If you're searching for some bling to complement your ride or maybe a custom ring for your club, beware. Online looks and, according to some customer complaints filed with Better Business Bureau, online sellers may be deceiving. http://utah.bbb.org/article/bikers-bilked-by-online-jeweler--41834 Thu, 09 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB is urging all consumers and businesses to pay close attention to a Cyber Security Advisory issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation regarding a vulnerability in Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 8 browser(IE8) http://utah.bbb.org/article/fbi-issues-cyber-security-advisory-that-could-impact-all-users-of-microsoft-explorer-8-41825 Tue, 07 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau warns elderly to beware Medicare/Medicaid scams http://utah.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-warns-elderly-to-beware-medicaremedicaid-scams-41774 Mon, 06 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT The BBB is advising consumers to beware of phishing emails disguised as sources of cut-rate gifts for Mother's Day http://utah.bbb.org/article/shopping-online-for-mothers-day-beware-of-phishing-scams-disguised-as-gift-sources-41679 Sat, 04 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT FCC 'Bill Shock' Rules Require Alerts About Overages for cell phone users - April 17, 2013 announcement. http://utah.bbb.org/article/fcc-announces-bill-shock-rules-for-cell-phones-41711 Fri, 03 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT May is National Moving Month, which kicks off the busiest time of year for Americans changing residencies. It also means unlicensed movers and dishonest scammers are waiting to take advantage of unwary consumers. http://utah.bbb.org/article/its-national-moving-month--41678 Fri, 03 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT The BBB located in Nashville, Tennessee is warning singers and songwriters of the disreputable practices of Jimi Lyn Whitelaw, owner/operator of Nashville Demo Studio. Over the past several months, BBB has received numerous customer complaints that are of a serious nature from consumers who collectively paid over $27,000 to Nashville Demo Studio for singer/songwriter services. http://utah.bbb.org/article/nashville-demo-studio-disappears-with-money-and-music-41695 Wed, 01 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT CPSI collects consumer complaints of threats and harassment BBB advises consumers to be very cautious when receiving collection calls http://utah.bbb.org/article/cpsi-collects-consumer-complaints-of-threats-and-harassment-41611 Wed, 01 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Scammers have charged job seekers for background checks, then disappeared. You shouldn't have to pay an employer for a background check, BBB told Doug Magditch of CW33-TV. http://utah.bbb.org/article/in-the-news--job-seekers-scammed-by-fake-background-check-41726 Wed, 01 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Going green is all the rage these days. Sometimes going green can save you money and other times you just have to think of it as helping to save the environment a little bit at a time, with no monetary savings. Solar panel prices are starting to come down and more consumers are considering installing them on their homes or in their yards. In addition, more businesses are getting into the solar business because of the government subsidies that can be obtained. http://utah.bbb.org/article/solar-panels--make-it-a-sunny-decision-41440 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Mother's Day is right around the corner- Sunday, May 12. Whether you are ordering flowers, shopping for custom jewelry, or arranging a special spa day appointments for the wonderful women in your life, be a smart consumer. BBB is warning consumers to proceed with caution before falling victim to a Mother’s Day vendor scam, especially when shopping online. http://utah.bbb.org/article/shop-wisely-for-your-mom-41584 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Mother's Day is right around the corner- Sunday, May 12. Whether you are ordering flowers, shopping for custom jewelry, or arranging a special spa day appointments for the wonderful women in your life, be a smart consumer. BBB is warning consumers to proceed with caution before falling victim to a Mother’s Day vendor scam, especially when shopping online. http://utah.bbb.org/article/shop-wisely-for-your-mom-41585 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB finds award notifications for airline tickets or cruises are promotions for high pressure sales pitches for expensive travel clubs that don't deliver promised savings, with costs for promotions. http://utah.bbb.org/article/travel-club-schemes-cause-nationwide-promotion-commotion-41549 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT The BBB has 9 tips to help parents find safe, reliable and satisfying summer camps for children. http://utah.bbb.org/article/bbb-advice-can-help-parents-find-safe-rewarding-summer-camps-for-children-41537 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB tips for prom and graduation preparations http://utah.bbb.org/article/dont-let-your-childs-senior-celebrations-leave-you-with-bad-memories-41554 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Beware of Green Dot MoneyPak Scams! Your BBB wants to remind you to beware of scammers using the Green Dot MoneyPak prepaid cards you can purchase at local stores. Using a prepaid card is a convenient way to pay bills online without threat of risk to your bank account. But scammers have found a way to get that money from you too! Green Dot spokesman states, “Fraudsters will call or email you saying that you won a lottery or can buy discount merchandise at their phony websites – but you need to pay fees to get your prize or purchase that merchandise via MoneyPak – and only MoneyPak, then they ask for the 14-digit code.” Once you have given them that code – the crooks can then transfer your MoneyPak funds to their own prepaid cards. MoneyPak offers these 7 tips to help protect you from fraud! 1. Never give your MoneyPak number to someone you don’t know. 2. Never give receipt information about your MoneyPak purchase to another party. 3. Use your MoneyPak only to reload your prepaid http://utah.bbb.org/article/beware-of-green-dot-moneypak-scams-41509 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Within days, crowdfunding websites reportedly raised more than $2 million to support victims of the Boston Marathon bombing tragedy. While online giving provides a quick and easy mechanism for supporting those in need, donors should ask questions and know what to expect when contributing through crowdfunding websites. http://utah.bbb.org/article/crowdfunding-know-before-you-donate-41512 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Is mobile banking safe? That’s a common question. http://utah.bbb.org/article/using-mobile-banking-safely-41497 Mon, 22 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Malicious web links attaching themselves to the West, Texas tragedy are circulating the web http://utah.bbb.org/article/beware-of-phony-solicitations-and-malicious-web-links-in-wake-of-west-texas-and-boston-marathon-tragedies-bbb-warns-41444 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT At least one poorly-conceived charity scam has already emerged in the wake of the explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon yesterday, and more are likely. http://utah.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-of-charity-scams-offers-giving-tips-in-wake-of-boston-marathon-bombing-41366 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT The BBB is again warning consumers to be cautious when ordering seeds from Heirloom Acres LLC of New Bloomfield, Mo., after customers complained of delayed or unfilled orders. http://utah.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-heirloom-acres-faces-complaints-about-late-unfilled-orders--41307 Mon, 15 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB is warning of a travel club scheme targeting the Billings, MT area but is likely to move to other cities in the northwest to claim more victims. http://utah.bbb.org/article/vacation-smart-international-letters-arent-such-a-smart-idea-41346 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://utah.bbb.org/article/bbb-getting-reports-of-bogus-bills-from-businesses-about-aypr-inc--41321 Thu, 11 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Do you know that hijacking or sniping domain names is becoming a business and you need to take precautions? http://utah.bbb.org/article/domain-names-hijacked-41290 Thu, 11 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Washington Business Under Fire for Dropping Deals and Refusing Refunds http://utah.bbb.org/article/electronic-company-malfunctions-on-home-deliveries-41293 Mon, 08 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Now that spring has sprung, so will the advent of the travelers. http://utah.bbb.org/article/beware-travelers-this-spring-41220 Mon, 08 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT During Financial Literacy Month in April, Better Business Bureau reminds consumers to keep track of their credit reports to help prevent identity theft. http://utah.bbb.org/article/credit-reports-are-an-identity-theft-protection-tool-41239 Fri, 05 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT That call claiming to be from your bank about an unauthorized charge on your account could really be from a scammer, Jeannette Kopko of BBB Dallas told Doug Magditch of CW33-TV, Dallas - Fort Worth. http://utah.bbb.org/article/in-the-news--credit-card-scammers-calling-41185 Fri, 05 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Liberty Lake Police Department contacted Better Business Bureau alerting of a debt collecting phone scam targeting the Spokane region. http://utah.bbb.org/article/scammers-spoof-spokane-police-in-debt-collection-scam-41211 Fri, 05 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT In our tech-savvy world, everything is readily accessible and convenient…even banking. Gone are the days of waiting in line at the bank or even waiting for your computer to boot up. http://utah.bbb.org/article/top-five-tips-for-mobile-banking-41162 Thu, 04 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT The lure of being paid to shop is often irresistible to consumers -- and scammers know it. http://utah.bbb.org/article/colorado-springs-residents-offered-fraudulent-positions-as-mystery-shoppers-41133 Thu, 04 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Hackers are exploiting Bluetooth wireless connections to access texts, contacts and photos, send texts and even place long-distance telephone calls without you being aware. http://utah.bbb.org/article/connecticut-bbb-warns-smart-phone-and-tablet-users-about-bluetooth-security-hole-41084 Wed, 03 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB tips on making a wise choice for your child’s summer camp activities http://utah.bbb.org/article/keep-your-child-and-yourself-a-happy-camper-this-summer-41111 Wed, 03 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Who needs a financial planner? You do if you want to save, invest and grow your money and you have no clue as to how to get started or the best ways to achieve your financial goals. http://utah.bbb.org/article/take-time-in-finding-qualified-financial-planner-41121 Mon, 01 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB gives tips to prevent credit card identity theft http://utah.bbb.org/article/a-bad-credit-score-is-no-april-fools-day-joke-41063 Thu, 28 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT CHICAGO, IL – March 28, 2013 – Although the temperatures are still low, spring has arrived and it is a good time to rid your home of the clutter and paperwork you have accumulated over the past year. However, when it comes to reviewing your financial records, it is important to know what to keep, what to discard, and when. The Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern Illinois (BBB) offers advice on how to safely clear your clutter. http://utah.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-identifies-what-paperwork-to-keep-when-spring-cleaning-41034 Wed, 27 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT Credit card processing service Securus Payments of Portland, Ore., is ringing up a pattern of complaints for sales practices and contract issues. http://utah.bbb.org/article/credit-card-processor-charged-with-bbb-complaints-41021 Wed, 27 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB advises consumers to do their research before they buy http://utah.bbb.org/article/some-online-furniture-purchases-cause-consumer-discomfort-41002 Wed, 27 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT The Wisconsin BBB has received numerous complaints from small businesses across the country against A2Z Offsite. http://utah.bbb.org/article/wisconsin-better-business-bureau-sees-complaint-pattern-with-a2z-offsite--41007 Tue, 26 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT With the growing amount of trust in person-to-person marketplaces like Craigslist, consumers have become increasingly comfortable with online transactions. ”Today, people are looking for almost anything online. Whether it’s finding a roommate, a vacation home, a life partner or a rental apartment, the “Craigslist culture” offers no-cost or low-cost services that are quick and convenient,” stated BBB President and CEO Jim Hegarty. http://utah.bbb.org/article/bbb-alert-nebraska-woman-loses-thousands-in-craigslist-scheme-40979 Mon, 25 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT Complaints in the U.S about Jamaican scams continue to grow, with a conservative estimate of annual losses of more than $300 million. http://utah.bbb.org/article/growing-number-of-americans-being-bilked-out-of-retirement-money-by-jamaican-lottery-scams-40932 Tue, 19 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT With local teams making it to the NCAA, Better Business Bureau wants to warn the public about scams related to March Madness. http://utah.bbb.org/article/bbb-tips-for-march-madness-40879 Mon, 18 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT The BBB is alerting investors to the funding mechanism known as 'crowdfunding,' which allows people to pledge small amounts of money to support a business. http://utah.bbb.org/article/bbb-alerts-investors-to-perils-of-crowdfunding-40817 Mon, 18 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT Fake pharmacy websites may put unauthorized charges on your credit card, sell prescription drugs that are from outside the country, counterfeit, pharmacologically-inactive or the wrong dosage. http://utah.bbb.org/article/connecticut-better-business-bureau-warns-online-pharmacies-can-be-dangerous-40715 Fri, 15 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT Consumers in Utah frequently contact the Better Business Bureau regarding the authenticity of an email, letter or phone call announcing they’ve won a substantial sum of money. As St. Patrick’s Day draws near, Better Business Bureau reminds consumers to be cautious of claims they’ve won a pot of gold. http://utah.bbb.org/article/bbb-reminds-consumers-to-be-wary-of-claims-theyve-won-a-sweepstakes-pot-of-gold-40829 Fri, 15 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT Online coupons can be great deals but some are too good to be true, warned Doug Magditch of CW33-TV. Scammers could be phishing for your information or cash, said Jeannette Kopko of BBB in Dallas. http://utah.bbb.org/article/in-the-news--online-coupon-scams-40820 Tue, 12 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB of the Southland, the Better Business Bureau that served the greater Los Angeles marketplace, has been expelled from the national organization, has lost its right to use the BBB name and logo, and was cut off from services provided by CBBB, the umbrella organization. http://utah.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-expels-los-angeles-organization-for-failure-to-meet-standards-40710 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau celebrated its Centennial year by ringing the closing bell of the New York Stock Exchange, laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns in Arlington Cemetery, and helping a record-breaking number of consumers across the United States and Canada. http://utah.bbb.org/article/in-its-100th-year-better-business-bureau-breaks-all-records-for-consumer-services--40594 Wed, 06 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT The BBB has received numerous calls from businesses who say notices they received from Corporate Records Service implied they were required to compile corporate meetings documents. http://utah.bbb.org/article/bbb-alert-businesses-call-mailings-from-corporate-records-service-deceptive-40522 Wed, 06 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT Home shows can be a great place to get ideas, check out businesses, research costs, and compare prices, all while saving some legwork and time. However, the BBB suggests doing your due diligence before, during and after you go to make your project start and end smoothly. http://utah.bbb.org/article/wait-read-this-before-the-home-show-40574 Tue, 05 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT Scams and identity thefts are particularly prevalent risks during tax time. http://utah.bbb.org/article/online-and-offline-scams-target-tax-filers-40523 Tue, 05 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT Maybe you’ve moved to a new town, changed insurance carriers, your dentist has retired or it’s simply time for someone new. Whatever your reason, finding a new dentist does not have to be like pulling teeth. http://utah.bbb.org/article/research-pays-off-when-looking-for-new-dentist-40557 Wed, 27 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT The word trust plays a huge part in all aspects of our life, including our economic activity. http://utah.bbb.org/article/economic-importance-of-trust-40420 Tue, 26 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT Tax Tuesday: Don’t Bet When Borrowing http://utah.bbb.org/article/refund-anticipation-loans-come-with-risks-40407 Mon, 25 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT Scammers call seniors asking for information to verify identity in order to send a new Medicaid card. They ask for SSN and bank account number. http://utah.bbb.org/article/phishing-calls-target-seniors-40373