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04/08/2013

BBB Breaks Records for Consumer Services - Infographic

Better Business Bureau celebrated its Centennial year in 2012 and set new records in many categories of service as seen in this infographic.

01/30/2013

Beware of tax preparer fraud this tax season, BBB warns

BBB tips on finding a legitimate, trustworthy tax preparer

01/16/2013

Mobile apps targeted at young children seldom disclose privacy policies, study shows

BBB advises parents to monitor their children’s mobile app downloads

12/13/2012

BBB’s advice for sending gifts this holiday season

Better Business Bureau is advising consumers to plan ahead before sending those last-minute holiday packages. Last shopping season, BBB received close to 600 complaints nationwide from consumers who were disappointed with their shipment. Many of those complaints allege consumers either did not receive their packages on time, or received broken or damaged products as a result of the shipping process.

12/05/2012

Toy safety: Important information for Santa’s helpers

Back in the day, lawn darts were the height of toy fashion. Now, parents gasp at the idea of giving their children a flying projectile with a sharp metal point. Safety has become paramount to both toy manufacturers and law makers.

10/31/2012

BBB Urges Consumers To Give Wisely In Aftermath Of Hurricane Sandy

The Better Business Bureau is urging donors who want to help victims of Hurricane Sandy to check charities out before they give.

10/09/2012

BBB Advises Applicants For Seasonal Jobs To Start Early, Prepare For Interviews

The Better Business Bureau serving central Ohio (BBB) advises seasonal job seekers to apply early and research potential employers for the best chance at landing a job that fits your needs.

05/01/2012

Don't Waste Time with Midwest Timeshares, BBB Says

The Central Ohio Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning consumers about Midwest Timeshares, a Green Bay-based timeshare reseller who has racked up 70 complaints from consumers in 33 states and Canada.

09/01/2011

What You Should Know Before Downloading a Mobile App

Those who have a tablet, smart phone or mobile device have probably used an app at least once or twice. Businesses and individuals have developed apps to play games, get directions and access news, weather and other information. In 2010, consumers downloaded approximately 11 billion apps.

08/15/2011

BBB Has 7 Tips To Avoid ID Theft On Campus

The Better Business Bureau has seven simple steps college students can take to protect themselves from identity theft on campus.

04/05/2011

BBB Warns: Extremely High Risk of Phishing Emails

BBB has already heard from hundreds of consumers nationwide that may be victims of phishing attempts, due to the massive data breach of thousands of names and email addresses from Dallas-based Epsilon. The company, a third-party marketing service used by high-profile businesses to distribute emails to customers, confirmed the data breach last Friday and explained that the information stolen was limited to names and email addresses. The amount of data stolen is under investigation and has not yet been officially confirmed.

02/25/2011

Wedding Nightmares Can Be Prevented If You Check Vendors Out With The BBB First

Brides who spend months and thousands of dollars planning for a perfect wedding can avoid disappointment by reading contracts carefully and checking vendors out with the BBB.

12/17/2010

How to HUM BUG Proof Your Holidays

Don’t let Identity Thieves Steal Your Holiday Spirit! Here are some simple tips to lower your risk of Identity Theft during the Holiday Season.

12/15/2010

BBB: Prepare Homes, Cars For Winter To Save Money, Headaches

Preparing your home and car for cold weather can reduce heating costs, prevent damage and destruction of property or simply save headaches when ice and snow arrive, the Better Business Bureau advises.

12/06/2010

BBB Urges Consumers To Check Fine Print On Gift Cards

A gift card may sound like a good alternative to cash or an unwanted present. But many cards still come with fees and other restrictions that can erode their value, the BBB warns.


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