BBB shares guidelines for spreading holiday cheer through tipping
As we approach the end of the year, this is the perfect time to show appreciation for those who provide necessary services and little luxuries in our daily lives.
Better Business Bureau warns of scammers and gift cards
Last year, the National Retail Federation estimated $29.3 billion would be spent on gift cards, with 44% of shoppers expected to be buying an average of three to four gift cards for family and friends.
Deck the halls, not your wallet: Better Business Bureau’s guide to safe holiday shopping
The 2024 holiday shopping season will probably feel a bit short this year with Thanksgiving landing on Nov. 28 and Cyber Monday pushed into December. However, stores are likely gearing up to offer early holiday promotions and possibly extending their hours to make the most of every shopping day.
Better Business Bureau warns of zombie debt
As Halloween approaches, the air fills with excitement and eerie anticipation, with costumes and candy creating a festive atmosphere. However, amid the ghostly ghouls and spine-chilling decorations lurks another kind of horror: zombie debt.
BBB shares DEA warning about illegal online pharmacies
On Oct. 4, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration released a warning about an increase seen in illegal online pharmacies selling and shipping counterfeit pills made with fentanyl and methamphetamine to unsuspecting customers in the United States.
Political scams will likely increase as elections near, BBB says
With our presidential election fast approaching, key topics are heating up across the nation.
Better Business Bureau encourages community to give, but wisely, to help hurricane victims
The images coming from the areas hit hardest by Hurricane Helene have been devastating, and many in our community want to donate funds that will help those with the greatest needs. It's important to do your research and resist pressure to give on the spot.
‘Card declined’ error may lead to multiple fraudulent charges, BBB warns
It can happen when you least expect it — you're ready to finalize a purchase, and suddenly you get a message that your credit card is declined.
Better Business Bureau warns of sports streaming scams
You used to have to travel to the stadium to root for your local high school athletic team, but now online streams make it possible for people to watch games from the comfort of their living rooms. Unfortunately, the scammers have followed.
Better Business Bureau tallies 4,000 investment scam reports, almost 6-fold increase in losses
If you were offered the chance to triple an investment in two months, would you take it? It might be hard to say no, but chances are, it's really too good to be true.