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05/13/2013

Missouri Retiree May Be Victim Of Nationwide Credit Card Scheme, BBB Warns

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.

05/09/2013

FBI Issues Cyber Security Advisory That Could Impact All Users of Microsoft Explorer 8

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)

05/09/2013

Bikers Bilked by Online Jeweler

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.

05/07/2013

Better Business Bureau warns elderly to beware Medicare/Medicaid scams

Better Business Bureau warns elderly to beware Medicare/Medicaid scams

05/06/2013

Shopping Online For Mother's Day? Beware of Phishing Scams Disguised As Gift Sources

The BBB is advising consumers to beware of phishing emails disguised as sources of cut-rate gifts for Mother's Day

05/04/2013

FCC Announces "Bill Shock" Rules for Cell Phones

FCC 'Bill Shock' Rules Require Alerts About Overages for cell phone users - April 17, 2013 announcement.

05/03/2013

It’s National Moving Month:

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.

05/03/2013

Nashville Demo Studio - Disappears with Money and Music

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.

05/01/2013

Solar Panels – Make it a Sunny Decision

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.

05/01/2013

CPSI collects consumer complaints of threats and harassment

CPSI collects consumer complaints of threats and harassment BBB advises consumers to be very cautious when receiving collection calls

05/01/2013

In the News -- Job Seekers Scammed by Fake Background Check

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.

04/30/2013

Travel Club Schemes Cause Nationwide Promotion Commotion

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.

04/30/2013

Shop Wisely for Your Mom

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.

04/30/2013

Shop Wisely for Your Mom

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.

04/29/2013

BBB Advice Can Help Parents Find Safe, Rewarding Summer Camps For Children

The BBB has 9 tips to help parents find safe, reliable and satisfying summer camps for children.


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