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05/21/2013
In the wake of the devastating tornadoes that ripped through Oklahoma yesterday, and in north Texas last week, Better Business Bureau and BBB Wise Giving Alliance have issued tips to help donors make smart giving decisions and to avoid scams.
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05/10/2013
The rescue this week of three women and a child from a Cleveland home where they were held captive for a decade has gained worldwide attention. Generous donors wishing to help the victims are being cautioned by Better Business Bureau to confirm the legitimacy of all charitable fundraising and crowdfunding efforts.
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05/09/2013
BBB is urging all consumers and businesses to pay close attention to a Cyber Security Advisory issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation regarding a vulnerability in Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 8 browser(IE8)
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04/29/2013
BBB tips for prom and graduation preparations
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04/22/2013
Malicious web links attaching themselves to the West, Texas tragedy are circulating the web.
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01/29/2013
Better Business Bureau is alerting consumers of a phone scam in which the caller claims to be from Microsoft. The caller offers to solve a consumer’s computer problems or sell him or her a software license, all in an effort to gain remote control access to the consumer’s computer.
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12/10/2012
Shipping Confirmations, Problems and Prizes
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12/06/2012
Five infant deaths have been linked to Nap Nanny recliners, and 70 consumers have filed complaints after their babies fell out of the recliners.
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10/29/2012
Once Hurricane Sandy moves out of the East Coast, thousands – if not millions – of people will start rebuilding their homes, businesses and communities. People from across the country will want to help by donating money to charities. BBB wants to remind you that although these types of disasters bring out the best in people, they can also bring out the worst.
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10/02/2012
Keynote Speech at Charity Regulator Conference Outlines Plan to Verify Truthfulness of Charitable Appeals
Washington, DC (October 1, 2012) – Paid fundraising firms must adhere to the same rigorous standards for truth and accuracy as the charitable organizations they represent, and BBB Wise Giving Alliance says “truth in advertising” must prevail. H. Art Taylor, President & CEO of the BBB Wise Giving Alliance (the Better Business Bureau’s charity watchdog arm), announced a new initiative to verify the truthfulness of charitable appeals during his keynote speech today at the National Association of State Charity Officials’ conference in Washington, DC.
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10/01/2012
Kia Motors America, Initiative, Specific Media, Rocket Fuel, and Microsoft’s Atlas Ad Platform Pledge Support, Implementation of Self-Regulatory Principles for Online Behavioral Advertising
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06/21/2012
The BBB has tips to help you stay cool this summer while avoiding budget-busting bills.
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06/18/2012
Consumers nationwide continue to be victimized by sophisticated loan scams demanding up-front fees for personal loans never delivered, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns.
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06/13/2012
According to the US Census Bureau there are 70.1 million fathers across the nation, that means there will many people out searching for Father’s Day gifts. As families look to celebrate this special day, the Better Business Bureau serving North Alabama(BBB) reminds consumers it’s important to shop smart for the perfect gift for Dad.
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06/13/2012
Smart business owners have the proper insurance to protect their company and its assets. But what happens if your insurance company goes under? BBB offers answers to the most frequest questions.
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