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11/18/2009
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.
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10/20/2009
Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be extremely wary of pervasive online ads offering the promise of a whiter, brighter smile.
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09/02/2009
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.
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08/07/2009
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.
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08/03/2009
Scammers have Social Security and bank account numbers, home addresses and employer information.
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07/23/2009
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.
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07/07/2009
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.
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06/30/2009
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.
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06/29/2009
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.
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06/09/2009
Telemarketers selling dubious debt assistance plague consumers in U.S. and Canada
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06/02/2009
Bankruptcy court decides GM may honor its warranties, including BBB AUTO LINE.
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05/07/2009
Trying to help a good cause could get you ripped off by fraudulent magazine salespeople
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04/03/2009
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.
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03/02/2009
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.
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03/02/2009
Families are billed every month for “free” guidance on how to get Federal government grants
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