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10/16/2009
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.
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09/29/2009
Computer experts are reporting that scareware — yet another sneaky technique used by hackers to steal personal information and spread viruses online — is on the rise. BBB is offering advice to consumers on how to protect their computer and personal information from the threat of scareware
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09/24/2009
Don't Get Stuck With A Flood Damaged Vehicle
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09/04/2009
Phony ads for rental properties across the country are cropping up, and are specifically aimed at stealing money from unsuspecting renters.
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08/06/2009
BBB warns consumers to be cautious when answering the door to traveling alarm system salespersons. Homeowners report high-pressure sales tactics and to buy expensive alarm systems.
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08/04/2009
It’s time to head back to school for many students and Better Business Bureau is warning consumers against online programs that offer fast and easy high school diplomas or college degrees.
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08/03/2009
As the unemployment rate rises, so does the threat of scams targeting job seekers. BBB warns job hunters to be extremely cautious in their search for work because scammers are out to take advantage of them.
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07/07/2009
Job hunters are being told online that they can make lots of money using Twitter and BBB warns that the large print for such offers may promise big returns but the fine print can cost a lot.
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06/30/2009
Fake check scams come in many different forms and can be very hard to identify as the printing technology used by scammers improves. BBB warns against three common check scams and offers advice on the red flags to look out for.
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06/30/2009
Some small business owners are applying for loans from behind the façade of shelf corporations. BBB advises that using a shelf company to misrepresent your company's credit worthiness could be considered loan fraud.
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06/30/2009
Some law enforcement are reporting that VIN cloning — which targets used car buyers — is on the rise and Better Business Bureau advises car buyers to do their research or they could unknowingly purchase a stolen car.
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06/29/2009
After Michael Jackson’s sudden death, enterprising individuals began selling memorabilia online. Better Business Bureau warns that the value of most memorabilia and commemorative items being sold is sentimental and the currently inflated prices for many items will drop over time.
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06/03/2009
Better Business Bureaus across the country are receiving reports of a new scam on Craigslist that deceives buyers by falsely claiming BBB accreditation and participation in a phony buyer’s protection program.
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05/15/2009
The Better Business Bureau warns that deceptive door-to-door magazine sales crews are hitting the pavement and looking to earn a quick buck.
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04/29/2009
Relying on reports from online security experts, Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be on the lookout for fraudulent e-mails and Web sites trying to take advantage of the swine flu outbreak.
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