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06/11/2013

Get Dad something rad this Father’s Day!

BBB asks consumers to consider the potential risks of certain gifts

06/07/2013

Get the skinny before purchasing exercise equipment

BBB advice on buying exercise equipment

06/05/2013

Father’s Day Advice: Be Smart About Adventure Packages

Is Dad an adventure seeker? Is he up for the thrill of skydiving, whitewater rafting or other exciting adventures? How about golf lessons, a fishing trip, or a wilderness experience? With Father's Day on Sunday, June 16, Better Business Bureau is recommending that shoppers consider the fine print before purchasing high adventure activities or gift certificates for Dad.

06/05/2013

Cut Down on Junk Mail and Spam

There are a few things more annoying than junk mail, spam and unsolicited calls and texts messages. Not only are these unwanted communications an annoyance, but they can potentially lead to identity theft.

06/05/2013

Is Travel Insurance Right for You?

Before you finalize your vacation plans, be sure you have given careful thought to whether you need to purchase travel insurance. There are circumstances that could cause you to cancel your trip, return home early or force you to seek emergency medical treatment while traveling.

06/03/2013

6 Tips to Protect Yourself When a Stranger Comes Knocking

Door-to-door scams are run by con artists who move from town to town and state to state, performing poor work, or simply collecting deposits and leaving behind a trail of unhappy consumers.

05/30/2013

Vacation Security Tips Can Keep Your Identity Safe When Traveling

The BBB has tips to help you avoid ID theft when traveling.

05/22/2013

With Memorial Day Near, BBB Warns Of Scams Targeting Veterans, Soldiers

The BBB is alerting veterans and active duty military to scams that target soldiers, veterans and their families.

05/20/2013

BBB Advises Parents To Research Child Care Carefully To Assure Safety, Health Of Children

The BBB has nine tips to help working parents find safe, reliable child care.

05/06/2013

Shopping Online For Mother's Day? Beware of Phishing Scams Disguised As Gift Sources

The BBB is advising consumers to beware of phishing emails disguised as sources of cut-rate gifts for Mother's Day

04/29/2013

BBB Advice Can Help Parents Find Safe, Rewarding Summer Camps For Children

The BBB has 9 tips to help parents find safe, reliable and satisfying summer camps for children.

04/29/2013

Don’t let your child’s senior celebrations leave you with bad memories

BBB tips for prom and graduation preparations

04/22/2013

Beware of phony solicitations and malicious web links in wake of West, Texas and Boston Marathon tragedies, BBB warns

Malicious web links attaching themselves to the West, Texas tragedy are circulating the web

04/05/2013

Top Five Tips for Mobile Banking

In our tech-savvy world, everything is readily accessible and convenient…even banking. Gone are the days of waiting in line at the bank or even waiting for your computer to boot up.

04/03/2013

Keep your child and yourself a happy camper this summer

BBB tips on making a wise choice for your child’s summer camp activities