Press Releases

Search The Entire News Archive

Show articles related to:
36 Articles
   
 
Change page: < 1 2 3 >  |  Displaying page 1 of 3, items 1 to 15 of 36.

05/14/2012

Don’t be Pestered with Pests this Summer

As temperatures start to warm up, bugs and other pests will attempt to seek shelter in homes and office buildings. Better Business Bureau reports an increase in inquiries for pest control services during the months of May, June and July. So when the pest control job gets too big for a flyswatter, mousetrap or do-it-yourself spray, it could be time to call in a professional.

04/26/2012

BBB Warns of Lenders ‘Promise of Quick Cash’

The Austin City Council is holding a public hearing today to consider a new ordinance which would put tighter restrictions on where payday and auto loan lenders can do business.

04/20/2012

Research “Green” Claims Before Spending All Your Green

Nowadays, it is hard for consumers to go shopping without being bombarded with products advertised as “environmentally safe,” “degradable” and “ozone friendly,” but how does a consumer have confidence in a product or service advertising itself as “green?”

04/20/2012

National Look-A-Like Day is a way to remember not to be taken in by Phishing

Celebrating National Look-A-Like Day might be fun but it can also be dangerous. Make sure what you are looking at is the real thing and not the imitation.

04/13/2012

April is National Financial Literacy Month: Do You Know How Your Money is Doing?

During Financial Literacy Month in April, Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona reminds consumers to keep track of their credit, debt and sensitive financial documents.

04/10/2012

The BBB Eye - Beautify Your Home On a Budget

With the down economy some people are giving up on selling their homes and are remodeling for themselves and others are renovating their home so it has more sales appeal when the market does turn.

04/10/2012

Top Tips to Get Your Finances in Order

The FINRA National Financial Capability Study recently looked at the spending and saving habits of Americans and came up with some startling information.

04/10/2012

BBB Study: Consumers Paying Scammers Thousands For Services They Can Do Themselves at No Cost

Deeply indebted consumers are paying thousands of dollars to scammers to modify their credit reports, when they can do the same thing at little or no cost themselves, a BBB study reveals.

04/05/2012

Brides Can Avoid Wedding Disasters By Checking Vendors Out With BBB

The Better Business Bureau's wedding tips can help brides and their families find reputable vendors and avoid scams.

03/29/2012

Malicious Complaint Email claiming it’s from BBB

Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona is issuing an urgent scam alert cautioning businesses and consumers about an email that is purporting to be from BBB about a complaint concerning an “unauthorized transaction.”

03/29/2012

BBB Warns Consumers About Mission Attic Pros

The San Antonio address listed for Mission Attic Pros is empty and mail sent there is returned; the website was taken down; and calls to the company’s listed phone number go immediately to voicemail.

03/27/2012

How to Find the Right Summer Camp Program for Your Child

According to the American Camp Association, more than 12,000 day and resident camps exist in the U.S., and more than 11 million children and adults attend camp each year. When it comes time to choose that perfect camp for your child, how do you choose? Better Business Bureau advises taking the time to look beyond brochures and website pictures before making a decision.

03/27/2012

Don't Be Fooled by Jokers Racing

- Power sports enthusiasts have found the joke is on them after placing online orders through jokersracing.com. According to complaints filed with Better Business Bureau, shoppers allege that online orders from Jokers Racing are not delivered and attempts for refunds are unsuccessful.

03/27/2012

Decode Fake Customer Reviews Online

Consumers researching businesses, products and services may find more than just reliable reviews on the Web; recent research by Cornell University indicates that some feedback is planted.

03/22/2012

Text Message Offering Walmart Gift Card is a Smishing Scam

Have you received a text message offering you a free Walmart gift card? Despite the attraction of a $1,000 gift card, Better Business Bureau is warning consumers that the Walmart gift card text message is a smishing scam.


z