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06/17/2013
In a historic move, the leaders of the country’s three leading sources of information on nonprofits – GuideStar, Charity Navigator, and BBB Wise Giving Alliance – penned an open letter to the donors of America denouncing the “overhead ratio” as the sole measure of nonprofit performance.
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06/13/2013
The Western Union Company (NYSE: WU), a leader in global payment services, and Better Business Bureau (BBB) today announced efforts to promote awareness of scams that target seniors. June 15th is the United Nations-designated World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.
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06/13/2013
Your Better Business Bureau is advising the public to be aware of scams related to the Black Forest Fire, as well as the other fires in Colorado.
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06/11/2013
Summertime is prime time for giving your home a fresh coat of paint. The question is: Do you do it yourself or hire a contractor?
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06/07/2013
The Better Business Bureau of Utah (BBB) turns 100 this year. To commemorate the occasion, Governor Gary Herbert has declared June 12, 2013 as Better Business Day in Utah.
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06/06/2013
CHICAGO, IL – June 6, 2013 – When homeowners or business owners experience a property loss such as a fire or flood, they are not in the best state of mind to make immediate choices regarding restoration work. Unfortunately, some restoration workers have taken advantage of these stressful times by approaching shocked property owners with business deals within minutes of the event.
Last month, media in south Florida reported how stricken homeowners have been bombarded with sales pitches at scenes of property losses. Restoration workers and other contractors listen to police scanners to find business opportunities. They will hear the police report and go to the address of the property. Making decisions in moments of distress can result in repercussions later on.
“There are dishonest individuals and businesses that see an unfortunate situation as a business opportunity," said Steve J Bernas, president & CEO of the Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern Illinois. “While
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06/04/2013
CHICAGO, IL – June 4, 2013 – Bad customer service, no shows, and poor sales practices should not be part of a quality drivers education program. But, in reality, those are the complaints being received by the Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern Illinois.
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05/24/2013
BBB advice on how to get the best deal this shopping weekend
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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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05/20/2013
Memorial Day is a time to honor those who serve and remember those who have died in war. But sadly, it has also become a key opportunity for scammers to target those who are serving or have served their nation, especially elderly veterans.
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05/09/2013
BBB is urging all consumers and businesses to pay close attention to a Cyber Security Advisory issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation regarding a vulnerability in Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 8 browser(IE8)
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05/09/2013
If you're searching for some bling to complement your ride or maybe a custom ring for your club, beware. Online looks and, according to some customer complaints filed with Better Business Bureau, online sellers may be deceiving.
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05/03/2013
The BBB located in Nashville, Tennessee is warning singers and songwriters of the disreputable practices of Jimi Lyn Whitelaw, owner/operator of Nashville Demo Studio.
Over the past several months, BBB has received numerous customer complaints that are of a serious nature from consumers who collectively paid over $27,000 to Nashville Demo Studio for singer/songwriter services.
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04/30/2013
BBB finds award notifications for airline tickets or cruises are promotions for high pressure sales pitches for expensive travel clubs that don't deliver promised savings, with costs for promotions.
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04/30/2013
Mother's Day is right around the corner- Sunday, May 12. Whether you are ordering flowers, shopping for custom jewelry, or arranging a special spa day appointments for the wonderful women in your life, be a smart consumer. BBB is warning consumers to proceed with caution before falling victim to a Mother’s Day vendor scam, especially when shopping online.
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