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10/01/2009

BBB Warns Renters to Be Wary of Bogus Home Rentals Online

Consumers who wish to rent an apartment or home using Craigslist or other online classifieds need to use caution according to your Better Business Bureau.

09/08/2009

BBB Honors Customer Service and Military Service at its Excellence in Customer Service Event

This year at EICS not only are companies that have demonstrated a commitment to outstanding customer service being recognized, but this year your BBB will honor those in service to our country.

08/13/2009

BBB Not in Magazine Sale Business

Your Better Business Bureau has received reports of two men going door-to-door claiming they are selling magazines on behalf of the BBB.

08/05/2009

Car Dealers, Not Consumers, Get Cash for Clunkers

Con artists are taking advantage of consumers who would like to participate in the well-publicized Cash for Clunkers program offered by the U.S. government. It allows consumers to trade their old gas guzzlers for credit towards a new fuel-efficient car. The House has voted to extend the program and the Senate is predicted to do so later this week. In the meantime, your Better Business Bureau advises the public to do their homework before trying to cash in on a new car.

08/04/2009

Seven Businesses to Participate in BBB’s Excellence in Customer Service Award Program

For 15 years, your Better Business Bureau has sponsored a program to allow businesses to examine and improve their customer service process.

07/01/2009

Don’t Get the Slip When Buying Memorabilia of “The Gloved One”

Immediately following the announcement of Michael Jackson’s death, individuals began selling memorabilia online. Not surprisingly, the quantity of goods offered on eBay increased dramatically the morning after Jackson’s death.

06/16/2009

Going for the Green Foundation Classic Golf Tournament

The Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado Foundation and the Air Academy Federal Credit Union Foundation hosted their annual “Going for the Green” Foundation Golf Classic on Friday, June 12, 2009.

06/01/2009

Don’t Get Caught in Census Bureau Cons

For years, your Better Business Bureau has urged consumers not to give personal information to anyone they do not know. However, the 2010 Census process is now collecting information so we are advising the public to be cooperative, but cautious, in order not to become a victim of fraud or identity theft.

05/14/2009

BBB Reports Problems with Auto Warranty Solicitations

Because major auto manufacturers such as Chrysler and GM are either declaring bankruptcy or fighting off the threat, there is a lot of confusion surrounding the status of auto warranties.

04/29/2009

Don’t Get Swindled by Swine Flu Scams

Your Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be on the lookout for fraudulent e-mail and Web sites trying to take advantage of the current Swine Flu outbreak.

04/15/2009

BBB Advice on How to Stand Out From the Crowd at a Job Fair

With unemployment rates in the double digits in some states, thousands of people are working diligently to get back into the workforce. Competition is fierce and your Better Business Bureau is offering advice on how job hunters can prepare and present themselves as the best candidate at job fairs.

04/01/2009

Don’t Be Fooled By Fake Sweepstakes

Your Better Business Bureau is warning the public to beware of letters supposedly from Publishers Clearing House.

03/16/2009

U.S. Service Members Expected to Extend Length of Service Due to Economy

Two-thirds of American military personnel have more debt than they are comfortable with, or have gone deeper into debt within the past year.

03/02/2009

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act – BBB Explains the Benefits for Small Business Owners

On February 17, President Obama signed into law the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act—an economic stimulus plan totaling $787 billion in federal spending and tax cuts. For small business owners who don’t want to wade through the actual document, Better Business Bureau offers a summary on some items in the stimulus package that might benefit them.

02/25/2009

Watch Out For Fraudelent Federal Tax Rebate Offers

The United States Small Business Administration (SBA) has alerted the Better Business Bureau about a scam that could potentially affect small businesses.