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08/17/2009

Take it from Sarah: She signs up for too-good-to-be-true offers so you don't have to

Learn what happened when Sarah signed up for the Grocery Stimulus program.

08/17/2009

BBB Q & A: How does BBB warn consumers about deceitful companies?

Answer: BBB provides many services to the public which can be utilized while conducting pre-market research. We offer free public reliability reports on businesses that include details about a company's history, management, licensing, complaint activity, and advertising issues found by BBB.

08/17/2009

BBB Scam Watch: Foreign Lotteries and Sweepstakes

BBB urges consumers to exercise caution when dealing with any lottery or sweepstakes solicitation received via email, postal mail, or phone.

08/17/2009

BBB Consumer Tip: Understanding the Arizona Lemon Law

Most of us know that when purchasing a vehicle, one of the most common pieces of advice we’ll receive is “Don’t buy a lemon!” While this advice is useful, it’s not always easy to follow. What can you do after you’ve purchased the perfect vehicle and days later find that the doors stick shut, it won’t shift gears, and it makes noticeably peculiar sounds when you’re stopped at a light?

08/17/2009

Better Business Bureau Warns about Possible Pyramid Scheme

Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona is alerting consumers to an Austin, Texas based company that’s making big promises. BBB investigations indicate the company may be an illegal pyramid scheme.

08/14/2009

Consumers Shouldn’t Rush to Sell Their Unwanted Gold

Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona advises consumers that while gold parties may be a convenient way to make some cash, they may not provide you the best deal. BBB recommends consumers do their homework before selling their jewelry at gold parties.

08/12/2009

Don’t Get Scammed When Participating in the Federal Cash for Clunkers Program

In late June President Obama signed into law the Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS) or Cash for Clunkers program. CARS provides a rebate for consumers who trade in qualifying gas guzzlers for more energy efficient cars. Unfortunately, even before the program began, scammers were attempting to ply their trade and Better Business Bureau offers the following guidance for car shoppers on how to participate in the program and avoid getting scammed.

08/03/2009

BBB Advice on How to Respond to Online Customer Complaints

Consumers are taking their complaints online and your Better Business Bureau advises that responding to complaints is necessary if a company wants to maintain a reputation for great customer service

07/25/2009

BBB Advises Cash-Strapped Small Business Owners Against Using Shelf Corporations to Deceive Banks and Attain Loans

While businesses find it increasingly more difficult to qualify for loans and lines of credits, small business owners are resorting to applying for loans from behind the façade of shelf corporations. Better Business Bureau is advising small business owners that, as tempting as these schemes sound, using a shelf company in order to misrepresent your credit worthiness to a bank could be considered loan fraud.

07/07/2009

Take it From Sarah - She signs up for too-good-to-be-true offers so you don't have to

Sarah's adventures in the world of work-at-home-opportunities: Legitimate employment opportunities that offer work at home options are few and far between. We've solicited Sarah to assist us with research and participation in the work at home "business opportunities" your BBB hears about most.

07/07/2009

BBB Consumer Tip: Is there such a thing as a legitimate work at home opportunity?

Advertisements for work at home jobs appear in newspapers, magazines, and on the internet daily. Job offers typically include stuffing envelopes, mystery shopping, internet surveys, and selling advertising online.

06/04/2009

BBB Advice on What do to if Your Local Car Dealer Closes

Both General Motors and Chrysler have announced that they are effectively closing nearly a total of 2,000 dealerships across the country by not renewing their franchising contracts. In the wake of the announcement, millions of vehicle owners are concerned about what this means to them and Better Business Bureau is providing answers to some frequently asked questions about dealer closings.

06/01/2009

Consumers Need to Abide by Code of Ethics Too

Better Business Bureau works to build trust between customers and businesses. That’s why we exist. And, that’s why I’m troubled by what we’re hearing from several businesses in our community and others across the country.

05/05/2009

BBB Money-Saving Advice: Tips for Clipping Coupons Online

A tried and true way to save money in a tough economy is clipping coupons. Because of the Internet, however, a savvy consumer no longer has to wield a pair of scissors in order to reap rewards. The popularity of online coupons is on the rise and Better Business Bureau offers the following advice for identifying a deal and avoiding deceptive offers.

04/28/2009

Don't Fall for a Census Related Scam

For years, Better Business Bureau has educated consumers about not giving out personal information over the telephone or to anyone who shows up at your front door. As the 2010 U.S. Census process begins, BBB advises you to cooperate carefully so you do not become the victim of a scam.