Fraud complaints grow after student loan forgiveness announcement
The Biden Administration recently announced that the federal government will cancel up to $20,000 of federal student loans per person.
Tips to avoid fraud for National Senior Citizen Day
Scammers aren't picky about the age of their victims if they think they can successfully defraud someone.
Verify you’re on trustworthy sites when replacing vital documents
While many Kentuckians have recently dealt with the aftermath of devastating floods, even our area has seen its share of flooding rains and intense storms, which could worsen in the next few months as hurricane season ramps up.
Be wary of fraudulent QR codes used in a variety of scams
With more and more companies using QR codes to direct current or potential customers to their websites, mobile apps, digital marketplaces, or anything else available on the internet, the codes have become an expected part of a company's marketing.
With Tennessee’s tax-free weekend, BBB offers tips to prepare for going back to school
Back-to-school season means shopping, whether your children learn at home or head to school in person.
Tips to protect your identity and recognize signs of ID theft
Chattanooga's Police Department recently warned of an uptick in the theft of outgoing mail containing checks from residents' mailboxes.
Tips on spotting ‘deepfakes’ to avoid scams
New technology makes it nearly impossible to tell fake video or audio clips from real ones.
Government impostor scams continue to be costly
The COVID-19 pandemic saw a rise in reports of scammers pretending to be from government agencies.
Better Business Bureau tips on how to avoid vacation scams
School is out, the hotter temperatures are here, and your summer vacation planning has likely started.
Don’t let online retail scams dim your holiday decorating spirit
We want to help you "keep your spirits bright" during the holidays, so your BBB reminds you to do your homework before buying that perfect addition to your decorating collection from an online ad.
