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05/21/2013
In the wake of the devastating tornadoes that ripped through Oklahoma yesterday, and in north Texas last week, Better Business Bureau and BBB Wise Giving Alliance have issued tips to help donors make smart giving decisions and to avoid scams.
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05/10/2013
The rescue this week of three women and a child from a Cleveland home where they were held captive for a decade has gained worldwide attention. Generous donors wishing to help the victims are being cautioned by Better Business Bureau to confirm the legitimacy of all charitable fundraising and crowdfunding efforts.
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04/18/2013
For Immediate Release– April 17, 2013 – Within hours of the Boston Marathon bombing, dozens of websites were registered with domain names referencing the tragedy, including bostonmarathondonations.com, bostonmarathonvictimfund.com and bostonmarathonattack.com. A fake Boston Marathon twitter account claiming to donate $1 for every retweet was also reported. BBB cautions donors about potential red flags concerning tragedy-related philanthropy.
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03/26/2013
For Immediate Release March
25, 2013 Planning
to move? You may go searching online for a
convenient way to notify the Postal Service of your address change and make arrangements for mail
forwarding. If you do, Better Business Bureau wants to be sure the website really belongs to the Postal
Service.
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02/20/2013
For Immediate Release – February 19, 2013 – Criminals using the Publishers Clearing House sweepstakes as a ruse to convince consumers to pay hefty fees have been reported in the Cleveland area.
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02/12/2013
For Immediate Release – February 12, 2013 - Valentine’s Day is an opportune time for scammers to use romance (or the search for it) as bait for various frauds. Better Business Bureau is urging consumers to proceed with caution before letting their hearts – and their money – get stolen.
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02/06/2013
BBB is advising local businesses to hang up on callers claiming to be from The Illuminating Company or other utility who demand an immediate payment to avoid having electricity shut off.
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12/19/2012
In the wake of the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut, there are reports of fraudulent solicitations seeking donations on behalf of the victims. Better Business Bureau cautions donors about potential red flags in fund raising to help Newtown and to be aware of the different circumstances that often emerge in tragedy-related philanthropy.
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12/13/2012
For Immediate Release – December 13, 2012 - Gift cards make excellent presents, especially during the holidays when you’re unsure of what to buy for a family member or friend. But like everything else, gift cards may have hidden fees and strings attached. It’s important to read the fine print before buying and giving.
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11/30/2012
A Medicare scam that has been reported in other cities has recently surfaced in the Cleveland area.
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11/20/2012
Thinking of surprising the kids or your spouse with a puppy under the Christmas tree? You could be the next victim of a puppy scam.
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11/15/2012
Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday
Make Up a Busy Weekend for Holiday Shoppers
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11/02/2012
For Immediate Release – October 24, 2012 – It won’t be long before winter storms reach Northeast Ohio. Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns homeowners to make wise choices when selecting a snow removal service. Each year, BBB hears from unhappy consumers who hired unreliable snowplowing businesses and find themselves stranded during heavy snowfalls.
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10/30/2012
For Immediate Release – October 30, 2012 – In the wake of the damage and disruption caused by “Superstorm” Sandy, Better Business Bureau is reminding those who experience storm damage to take certain precautions when cleaning up and making repair decisions.
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08/30/2012
Isaac has weakened to a tropical storm, but continues to produce heavy rains, flooding and isolated tornadoes. As many Americans look for ways to help those affected, they can become overwhelmed with the number of choices. The Better Business Bureau serving Greater Cleveland (BBB) warns consumers to watch out for fraudulent charities trying to scam donations during times of need.
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