http://centralohio.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=49&id=a824b759-3137-43b5-aedf-a38056bcce73&debug=False 10 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Prepaid calling cards may seem like a great value, claiming to provide hundreds of minutes for a few dollars. However many phone cards are so rife with fees and service charges that they deliver far fewer minutes than advertised. Better Business Bureau offers advice on how to get the most out of a prepaid phone card while avoiding getting ripped off. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/make-the-most-of-your-minutes-and-avoid-deceptive-prepaid-phone-cards-12389 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT As the economic slump continues, many people are struggling to make ends meet, and unfortunately, vehicle repossessions are now on the rise. Having a car repossessed hinders more than just a car owner’s mobility; it has a severe impact on credit scores, thereby limiting the ability to get loans or credit cards for up to seven years. Better Business Bureau advises troubled car owners on how to avoid losing their vehicle and their creditworthiness. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/behind-on-car-payments-bbb-advice-on-how-to-avoid-the-repo-man-12390 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau is warning renters to be on the lookout for scammers on Craigslist and other online classifieds when searching for a home. Phony ads for rental properties across the country are cropping up, and are specifically aimed at stealing money from unsuspecting renters. http://centralohio.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-renters-to-beware-of-bogus-home-rentals-12391