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11/03/2009
The Better Business Bureau has received more than 1,500 complaints about several dozen Web sites that are trading on the Google name to scam people who want to learn about making money from home. Because the sites often use the Google name and prominently display its iconic logo, consumers often assume they are getting a job with Google when in fact they were getting taken in by yet another work-at-home scheme.
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11/02/2009
The federal government recently announced the creation of a similar rebate program for consumers looking to purchase new energy-efficient appliances. BBB offers the following guidance to consumers who might be interested in taking advantage of the program.
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11/02/2009
BBB Wise Giving Alliance advises donors to research a charity prior to giving and provides five questions to ask when vetting where to contribute this holiday season.
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11/02/2009
With layaway experiencing a comeback, your Better Business Bureau offers the following guidance on how to use this old fashioned payment plan in lieu of credit cards.
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11/02/2009
Office morale can dip as employees face uncertainty about their jobs. Better Business Bureau offers guidance for small business owners on how to keep office morale high in a tough economy.
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10/26/2009
Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative report shows marked progress in 2008 through self-regulation.
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10/01/2009
The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be extremely wary of pervasive online ads offering the promise of a whiter, brighter smile. The BBB has received a recent onslaught of complaints from consumers who thought they were signing up for a free trial of teeth whitening products but were repeatedly billed for products and services they didn’t want.
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09/30/2009
Reducing the amount of junk mail received is one way to reduce the chances of becoming a victim of identity theft.
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09/29/2009
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) cloning, which targets used car buyers, is on the rise. The Better Business Bureau advises car buyers to do their research or they could unknowingly purchase a stolen car. VIN cloning is basically a form of vehicle identity theft. It is used by car thieves to sell stolen cars.
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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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09/29/2009
Employers play a vital role in preventing the spread of the H1N1 virus and Better Business Bureau offers the following advice to bolster the workplace against the threat of flu this winter.
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09/09/2009
Being successful at direct selling doesn’t require any special education or experience but it isn’t for everyone. Better Business Bureau suggests people ask themselves a few questions when considering a new venture in direct sales.
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