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04/01/2013
BBB gives tips to prevent credit card identity theft
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02/11/2013
Behind candy, flowers are the second most popular gift to give on Valentine’s Day. According to the National Retail Federation, an estimated 36.6 percent of consumers will give flowers to their loved ones on Thursday, with total spending expected to top $1.9 billion.
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01/30/2013
The approach of Valentine’s Day has many singles searching for a suitable date, which may cause some business owners and managers more than a few headaches.
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12/20/2012
All too often, common sense seems to fly out the window when faced with an adorable animal, but buying a pet is a long-term investment. As with any other purchase, the more you know before you buy, the better off you will be. Before buying a pet this holiday season, Better Business Bureau reminds you to do your research.
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12/13/2012
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.
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12/12/2012
While the holiday season can bring out the best in people, it can also bring out those pesky Grinches looking to taking advantage of our festive spirit. Better Business Bureau is warning of the following five most common holiday scams that could ruin your holiday cheer if you’re not careful:
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12/05/2012
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.
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12/04/2012
Better Business Bureau is warning consumers looking for payday or car title loans to research a company or website’s reputation and read all the fine print before giving your personal information or signing any agreements.
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11/25/2012
Tomorrow is Cyber Monday, one of the busiest online shopping days of the year. In a study released by shop.org, online holiday sales for 2012 are expected to increase 12 percent compared to last year.
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11/23/2012
Small Business Saturday is tomorrow, Nov. 24, and Better Business Bureau is encouraging consumers to support small businesses in their area.
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11/21/2012
Black Friday is considered one of the biggest shopping weekends of the year. Millions of shoppers, having researched for weeks, visit their favorite retailers and wait in line for hours to score big and save money on their holiday wish list items.
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11/19/2012
With the holiday season right around the corner, many shoppers are looking for the best gift options for family and friends. Gift cards may seem like a simple solution, but Better Business Bureau is warning that some gift cards could carry high fees making them far from a good deal.
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11/09/2012
Veterans Day honors those who have served our country. But Better Business Bureau is warning it also serves as an opportunity for scammers to target those who previously served our nation, their families and those who are currently serving.
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11/08/2012
According to the National Retail Federation, retailers are expected to hire between 585,000 and 625,000 seasonal workers this holiday season. Better Business Bureau recommends applicants apply early, research potential employers and be cautious of fraudulent job offerings.
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11/06/2012
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are just a few weeks away, which means many businesses will start advertising seasonal sales and specials to attract holiday shoppers. While most ads are straightforward and provide helpful information to consumers, BBB often receives complaints about misleading holiday sales ads. To help prevent miscommunication between you and your customers, BBB offers the following tips on how to clearly advertise your holiday sales.
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