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11/18/2009

Need a New Appliance? BBB Offers Guidance on Buying Now or Waiting for “Cash for Appliance Clunkers” Program

Following the success of the Cash for Clunkers program, the federal government recently announced the creation of a similar rebate program for consumers looking to purchase new energy-efficient appliances. If you are thinking of replacing any appliances, you may be wondering whether to buy now or wait for a future rebate.

10/20/2009

Teeth Whitening Products Sold Online Wipe Smiles off Consumers’ Faces

Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be extremely wary of pervasive online ads offering the promise of a whiter, brighter smile.

09/02/2009

Council of Better Business Bureaus Names Stephen A. Cox as President and CEO

ARLINGTON, VA - September 2, 2009 – The Board of Directors of the Council of Better Business Bureaus has named Stephen A. Cox as President and CEO. Founded in 1912, BBB is the nation's oldest trust organization, with 124 BBBs serving communities across the U.S. and Canada. BBB evaluates and monitors more than four million local and national businesses and charities, and more than 400,000 businesses are now BBB Accredited Businesses.

08/07/2009

Don’t Get Scammed When Participating in the Federal Cash for Clunkers Program

Now that the Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS) or Cash for Clunkers is back on track, Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to beware of scammers who are using it as a vehicle to get personal information.

08/03/2009

Widespread Harassment from Phony Debt Collectors Raises Concerns of Mass Data Breach, Warns BBB

Scammers have Social Security and bank account numbers, home addresses and employer information.

07/23/2009

BBB Logo Misuse Deceives Consumers

In an economy that has consumers watching every dime, companies strive for ways to stand out from the competition. Businesses routinely advertise their affiliations with organizations that lend credibility and trustworthiness.

07/07/2009

BBB Issues Warning about Unauthorized Charges from New York Company

The BBB Serving Greater Cleveland is warning consumers about a New York company that is submitting unauthorized credit card charges months after purchases are made.

06/30/2009

Use Caution When Buying Michael Jackson Memorabilia; Value of Items Could Only Be Sentimental

Immediately following the announcement of Michael Jackson’s sudden death, enterprising individuals began selling memorabilia online to take advantage of the increased demand. 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.

06/29/2009

Local Homeowners Fall Victim to “Loan Modification” Services

Homeowners who are delinquent on mortgage payments or facing foreclosure are vulnerable to deceptive loan modification services that charge hefty advanced fees for empty promises. These services are easily found on the internet and often solicit unsuspecting delinquent mortgage holders with offers to “save” their homes.

06/09/2009

BBB Warns Consumers of Robocalls Promising to Lower Their Credit Card Interest Rates

Telemarketers selling dubious debt assistance plague consumers in U.S. and Canada

06/02/2009

Effect of GM Bankruptcy Filing on BBB AUTO LINE Cases

Bankruptcy court decides GM may honor its warranties, including BBB AUTO LINE.

05/07/2009

BBB Warns Against a Summer Scam Going Door-to-Door Nationwide

Trying to help a good cause could get you ripped off by fraudulent magazine salespeople

04/03/2009

Phony Letter from Publishers Clearing House Lands in Mailboxes Across the Country, Warns Better Business Bureau

Better Business Bureau is warning the public to beware of letters supposedly from Publishers Clearing House which claim that they have won a grand prize drawing of $1 million. Despite how official the letters might look, the recipient is the target of a widespread scam that is seeing a sudden resurgence across the country.

03/02/2009

BBB Warns Deceptive Auto-Warranty Solicitations Plague

Better Business Bureau of Greater Cleveland is warning consumers to be extremely wary of telemarketing calls and mailers which claim their auto warranty had or is about to expire. BBB advises that the deceptive solicitations could persuade car owners to purchase an extended auto service contract of questionable value.

03/02/2009

Grant Companies Exploit Confusion over Stimulus Bill to Rip Off Consumers, Warns BBB

Families are billed every month for “free” guidance on how to get Federal government grants