http://centralohio.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=49&id=0f76e115-6e26-404f-b1b7-a152a760801d&debug=False&tag=site=49&bbb=0302&firm=70011399 10 Tue, 21 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT 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. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-urges-donor-caution-after-tornadoes-42005 Tue, 14 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Columbus, OH – May 14, 2013 – Summer break is quickly approaching for high school and college students and many of them will be searching for summer jobs. The Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern Illinois is warning students about job scams that could result in a loss of money and a waste of time. These could include work-at-home jobs paying high salaries for simple work and sales or pyramid schemes. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-warns-job-seekers-about-summer-job-scams-41883 Fri, 10 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT 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. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/bbb-cautions-on-fundraising-to-assist-cleveland-kidnap-victims-41841 Thu, 09 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau warns consumers and businesses about vulnerability to scams Better Business Bureau (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) that could allow scammers to access and take over users’ computers. The risk for all users – home, business and government – is high, and BBB is urging anyone with IE8 to follow the recommended steps to address the problem. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/fbi-issues-cyber-security-advisory-that-could-impact-all-users-of-microsoft-internet-explorer-8-41832 Tue, 07 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Columbus, Ohio – May 7, 2013 - Mother’s Day is one of the biggest holidays for gifts, cards, flowers, candy and phone calls. If you’re showing your love with flowers this year, make sure they are on-time and just right. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/helpful-tips-for-ordering-flowers-this-mothers-day-and-which-local-compay-to-avoid-41772 Tue, 07 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT May is National Moving Month: BBB and AMSA Offer Tips for Safe, Secure Move http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/moving-scams-still-a-problem-for-many--41773 Tue, 07 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Columbus, Ohio– May 9, 2013 – This spring, landscaping, roofing and home improvement contractors will face a busy season, according to recent statistics from the Better Business Bureau serving Central Ohio. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/spring-makes-for-a-busy-home-improvement-seaon-41777 Fri, 03 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT COLUMBUS, OHIO (May 6, 2013) – At the Ohio Statewide Essay Contest Awards banquet on April 26, the Better Business Bureau Center for Character Ethics awarded 29 students and their schools over $6,000 in prizes, as well as certificates of commendation signed by the governor http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-awards-more-than-6000-to-ohio-students-and-schools-41694 Wed, 01 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT A wedding is supposed to be magical, but anything can happen…even on your Big Day. From a sudden cancellation to stolen gifts to a damaged gown, wedding insurance can help protect you against the unforeseen. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/sail-into-wedding-season-confident-and-insured-35294 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Your BBB wants to remind you to beware of scammers using the Green Dot MoneyPak prepaid cards you can purchase at local stores. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-beware-of-green-dot-moneypak-scams-41577 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB tips for prom and graduation preparations http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/dont-let-your-childs-senior-celebrations-leave-you-with-bad-memories-41559 Mon, 08 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau celebrated its Centennial year in 2012 and set new records in many categories of service as seen in this infographic. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/bbb-breaks-records-for-consumer-services-infographic-41225 Mon, 08 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT 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. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/top-five-tips-for-mobile-banking-41227 Fri, 05 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Buying on the secondary market can be useful for non-season ticket holders, occasional fans, or those making a last-minute decision to head to the ball park. But how do you know if the tickets are real? http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/take-me-out-to-the-ballgameand-dont-get-taken-41236 Wed, 03 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT April is Financial Literacy Month and BBB will be sharing various ways in which you can become financially literate. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/bbb-promotes-financial-literacy-month-41237 Mon, 01 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT With the growing amount of trust in person-to-person online marketplaces like Craigslist, consumers have become increasingly comfortable with online transactions. Today, people are looking for almost anything online. Whether it’s finding a roommate, a vacation home or automobile, a life partner or a rental apartment, the “Craigslist culture” offers no-cost or low-cost services that are quick and convenient. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/ohio-woman-loses-thousands-in-craigslist-scheme-41065 Thu, 28 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT The BBB Code of Business Practices represents sound advertising, selling and customer service practices that enhance customer trust and confidence in business. The Code is built on the BBB Standards for Trust, eight principles that summarize important elements of creating and maintaining trust in business http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/congratulations-to-our-new-accredited-businesses-41042 Tue, 19 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT Scams and identity thefts are particularly prevalent risks during tax time. Better Business Bureau warns that frauds utilize stolen personal data to manipulate large tax refunds from the Internal Revenue Service. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/tuesday-tax-tip-online-and-offline-scams-target-tax-filers-40866 Thu, 14 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT COLUMBUS, OHIO (March 14, 2013) – The Better Business Bureau Center for Character Ethics is proud to announce the 2013 finalists in its statewide Laws of Life Essay Contest, a unique character-themed writing competition for students in grades 6-12. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-announces-essay-contest-finalists-40781 Wed, 13 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT Columbus, OH – March 13, 2013 - Better Business Bureau serving Central Ohio announced today that entries are now being accepted for the 2013 Torch Awards for Ethics. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/bbb-center-for-character-ethics-announces-the-2013-torch-awards-for-ethics-call-for-entries-40739 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT Car owners need to protect their vehicle and themselves with auto insurance, but how do you know if you are properly covered? http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/get-the-most-from-your-auto-insurance-40681 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT Most of us have gotten used to charging purchases, large and small, on a debit or credit card. Just swipe the card and avoid the hassle of carrying cash. Look carefully; you may notice a new fee on your receipt. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/new-merchant-surcharges-on-credit-purchases-40682 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT An attractive, well-kept driveway can help a home make a good first impression, provide protection against flooding, and even add value to your investment. But replacing a driveway can be a costly endeavor. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/tips-for-driveway-improvements-40679 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT Consumers aren’t the only victims of fraud. Every year, thousands of small businesses are targets of fraudulent or deceptive sales practices. Protect your business from scams by learning what to look out for. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/watch-out-for-these-small-business-scams-40680 Tue, 05 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT Tax Tuesday: Don’t Bet When Borrowing http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/refund-anticipation-loans-come-with-risks-40514 Fri, 01 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau is joining Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and other federal, state and local government agencies and national organizations to celebrate the 15th Annual National Consumer Protection Week, March 3-9, 2013. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/bbb-celebrates-15th-annual-national-consumer-protection-week-40443