BBB: Scam of the week — how not to get rich fast online but instead lose money quick to a scammer
Would you like to turn $500 into $10,000 with very little effort? Certainly. Many of us would and there are…
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BBB tips: Tips on minimizing the impact of inflation on your business
By Sandra Guile Better Business Bureau According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, high inflation rates are driven by significant…
BBB: It’s back to school time, so one more thing to add to your list is online safety and protections
Pens, pencils, paper, bookbags, and other assorted items are probably on many a parent’s to-do list as students head back…
BBB alerting consumers of post-disaster document replacement scams in wake of E. Ky. flooding
Coping with the after-effects of disasters like floods, wildfires, tornadoes and other harrowing weather events is traumatic enough. Now imagine…
BBB: Avoid a broken heart, disappointment, loss of money — from these top Valentine’s Day scams
This Valentine’s Day is shaping up to be big. The National Retail Federation suggests that consumer spending will reach nearly…
BBB: Identity theft can do damage to your finances — here are some tips to keep yourself safe
Identity theft is stressful, and it can do tremendous damage to your finances. BBB recommends the following tips to help…
Duke Energy, BBB warn customers, small businesses about scams during Utility Scam Awareness Week
Duke Energy, the Better Business Bureau and other officials will join in a news conference today to warn customers and…
BBB awards Torch Awards for Ethics, region’s only ethics-centered awards program, to five winners
The Torch Awards for Ethics is Greater Cincinnati’s only ethics-centered awards program. For 21 years, local businesses and nonprofits have…
BBB Scam Alert: That cruise really isn’t free — please don’t be tricked; check it out
Better Business Bureau No! There’s always a catch. Now that consumers have begun traveling again, it’s likely that phone calls,…
BBB Scam Alert: COVID-19 vaccine passports create scam frenzy; be on the lookout for cons
Vaccine passports – digital records of an individual’s COVID-19 vaccination status – are on their way. This is likely to…
BBB: Spring cleaning should include closets, basements, garages — and PASSWORDS
New season, new password. Springtime traditionally inspires people to clean out their closets. But this year, there are areas that…
BBB: Adults 18-24 at highest scam risk in 2020; online purchase scams are riskiest
Adults ages 18–24 reported the highest median losses ($150) and the highest likelihood of loss (56.6%) to BBB Scam TrackerSM…
Better Business Bureau says ‘Shop Safe, Shop Smart’ this holiday season; here are trends and tips
National Association of Better Business Bureaus Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, consumers are expected to shop even more online this…
BBB Trends: Face mask exempt cards are phony; DOJ issues warning to consumers about frauds
The U.S. Department of Justice has issued a warning regarding phony face mask exemptions cards. These printable cards found on…
BBB Trends: COVID-19 is a big threat, but not the only one; beware of scammers up to no good
As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads, so does uncertainty and fear: two elements that con artists thrive on. BBB has compiled…
BBB Trends: If stores, restaurants close, here are some tips on gift cards, purchases, warranties
Better Business Bureau 2019 saw the closure of many popular retailers, restaurants and bars around the Tristate — some newer,…
BBB Trends: Older people are often targets of scams; here are common ones, how to avoid being victim
Better Business Bureau According to the FBI, if you are age 60 or older, you are a likely target for…
BBB Trends: If you are going to one of the many home remodeling shows around, follow these tips
Better Business Bureau Whether you are doing repairs, adding on to your home or renovating a room, you may decide…
BBB Trends: Businesses expecting big gift returns this year — here are some tips for consumers
National Returns Day is January 2, and UPS is projecting 1.9 million returns this year — a 26% increase from…
BBB Trends: You will resolve to get fit, lose weight, etc. but fully understand the gym membership
Is a gym membership on your list of New Year resolutions? If so, you’re not alone. Gyms and fitness centers…
BBB Trends: Beware of gift chains like ‘Secret Sister’ for the holidays; they are pyramid schemes
Better Business Bureau The Better Business Bureau is reminding you again this year not to add items for the online…
BBB Trends: Here’s the list (check it twice) wishing consumers to stay scam-free this holiday season
BBB’s Christmas wish this year is for consumers to stay scam-free this holiday season. Report any suspicious activity to www.scamtracker.org….