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01/06/2009
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Better Business Bureau (BBB) announced it is launching improved versions of its BBB Reliability Reports™, which include a more detailed A+ through F letter-grade replacing the previous ratings scale of “satisfactory” or “unsatisfactory”
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01/05/2009
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Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be wary of online ads relying on celebrity endorsements to sell acai-berry related weight loss products. BBB has received thousands of complaints from consumers nationwide who thought they were signing up for a free-trial offer of acai berry weight loss products that were supposedly endorsed by Oprah, Rachel Ray and other celebrities; in the end, the free trial cost them, month after month.
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12/04/2008
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Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to keep their guard up and their wits about them in order to fend off a new string of phishing e-mails making the rounds this holiday season
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11/20/2008
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With a tough economy looming like the Grinch over this year’s holiday season, many people are looking for ways to ensure their homes are ready for the cold winter months in an effort to save money through energy efficiency. Your Better Business Bureau is offering a checklist for homeowners to safely prepare their homes for winter and perhaps save a few dollars in the process.
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11/20/2008
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As the nation collectively tightens its belt this winter, many families are looking for ways to save money without sacrificing any of their holiday cheer. Better Business Bureau is providing advice on how consumers can cut down on spending and reduce household costs in their everyday lives without compromising the fun of the holiday season
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11/20/2008
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Bargain hunters will undoubtedly be flocking to the Internet for holiday sales this year, and overall, online sales are again expected to increase this season as more shoppers forego the trip to the store and tick off the names on their “nice” list from the comfort of their homes. Unfortunately, your Better Business Bureau is warning that scammers will again be setting up shop online this year, using low prices to entice shoppers, but ultimately not delivering the goods. BBB is offering 10 tips for gift givers to help them stay safe and secure when shopping online this holiday season.
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11/20/2008
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As a result of the declining economy, the number of retailers closing their doors has increased substantially, leaving confused shoppers wondering what will happen to goods they haven’t received, gift cards and outstanding warranties. Your Better Business Bureau if offering general advice for consumers on what to do if a retailer closes up shop without fulfilling its promises.
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11/20/2008
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While many segments of the U.S. economy have been hard hit, none will feel the pain more than charities this holiday season. Charities across the country are certainly bracing for what is expected to be a very tight giving season. As more potential donors are focusing hard on keeping food on the table and a roof overhead, charitable giving is often the first thing cut from a family budget. For individuals on a budget looking for creative ways to contribute to charities, BBB’s Charitable Wise Giving Guide is offering advice on keeping the spirit of giving alive this holiday season.
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11/20/2008
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Bing Crosby may have dreamed of a white Christmas but as many Americans adjust their lifestyles to become more environmentally friendly, some will be looking forward to a green Christmas this year. Your Better Business Bureau has advice to help families go green this holiday season and maybe even save some green in the process.
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10/23/2008
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Columbus, OH – October 23, 2008 – Better Business Bureau is alerting consumers and businesses about a phishing scheme that uses both e-mail messages and blog posts directing recipients and viewers to register software with BBB. BBB wants the public to know that such messages and posts are not coming from any element of the BBB System, and that this attack has not affected BBB computer systems or networks nor has any data been comprised.
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10/15/2008
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In light of the current downward trend of the U.S. economy, the National Retail Federation estimates that holiday retail spending will increase by a paltry 2.2 percent, the slowest rate of growth in the last six years. As a result, companies are expected to hire fewer seasonal employees and, unfortunately, this means fewer jobs for cash-strapped consumers looking to supplement their holiday spending money. Better Business Bureau recommends that job hunters looking for seasonal employment start their search now, and is offering advice for landing a job for the holidays.
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