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11/12/2009

BBB Hails Missouri Suit Against Auto Service Contract Firms

The St. Louis BBB hails the Missouri Attorney General's lawsuits against six auto service companies as "a new and very clear warning" to an industry that has sparked thousands of consumer complaints.

11/11/2009

Supporting the Victims of the Fort Hood Tragedy

Individuals across the country are looking for ways to help support the victims and families affected by last week’s tragedy at Fort Hood. Initially, supporters were encouraged to donate blood to help victims. As options for monetary donations in support of victims and their families become available, it is important to understand exactly where and how your funds will be used.

10/15/2009

BBB Joins National Effort to Promote Identity Theft Protection and Education

Council of Better Business Bureaus (CBBB) is partnering with the National Foundation of Credit Counseling (NFCC) in launching the 2nd annual National Protect Your Identity Week (PYIW) October 17 – 24, 2009. This event coincides with BBB’s Secure Your ID Day to be held on October 17, 2009.

10/13/2009

Tucson Company receives Complaints from Job Seekers across the Country

Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona is alerting job seekers to Government Careers, Inc.(GCI), a Tucson-based company that helps “government job seekers assert themselves into the government wor

10/01/2009

Teeth Whitening Products Sold Online Wipe Smile off Consumers’ Faces

BBB is warning consumers to be extremely wary of pervasive online ads offering the promise of a whiter, brighter smile. BBB has received an onslaught of complaints from consumers who thought they were signing up for a free trial of teeth whitening products but were repeatedly billed for products and services.

09/28/2009

Fake Check Scam Hits Company In Georgia

No Company Is Safe From Becoming A Victim Of The Fake Check Scam!

09/24/2009

BBB Warns Of Buying Flood Damaged Cars

Don't Get Stuck With A Flood Damaged Vehicle

09/22/2009

Consumers Feel More At Risk for Identity Theft When Making Certain Types of Purchases

A recent National Foundation for Credit Counseling survey conducted by Harris Interactive® revealed that 45 percent of all U.S. adults feel at most risk for identity theft when making a purchase with a credit card that requires the card to be taken out of their sight, for example, at a restaurant.

07/31/2009

‘F’ Rated Business Behind Door-to-Door Magazine Sales

(Boise, Idaho) The Better Business Bureau has received numerous calls this week from consumers reporting high school and college-age individuals selling magazines door to door.

04/23/2009

BBB Receives More than 1,200 Complaints and Reports Against Extended Auto Warranty Company and NASCAR Sponsor US Fidelis

Consumers across the United States are alleging that Wentzville, MO-based US Fidelis, a company touting itself as “America’s leading provider of extended auto warranties,” pressured them into buying expensive and unnecessary vehicle service contracts from which they received little or no benefit.

04/07/2009

Las Vegas Mortgage Modification Company Ordered to Cease and Desist

Address is Nothing More Than a Mail Drop Box Boise, Idaho . . . The Idaho Department of Finance has issued a cease and desist order against a Nevada-based business, Your Credit Angel, LLC, which purports to assist distressed homeowners in avoiding foreclosure by offering mortgage loan modification services.

04/06/2009

Idaho Falls Coin Dealer Sued For Alleged Ponzi Scheme

The Idaho Department of Finance has filed a civil lawsuit in Bonneville County District Court against Idaho Falls resident Gene E. Hinsley and his company, Galaxy Coin, LLC. The complaint alleges violations of the registration and anti-fraud provisions of the Idaho Uniform Securities Act in what appears to be a classic Ponzi scheme.

01/12/2009

Refunds Available From Settlement With Computer Maker Dell

In an agreement between the State of Idaho and Texas-based Dell, Inc., Idaho customers who experienced problems with the company’s financing promotions, rebate offers, technical support and repair policies might be entitled to receive restitution.

09/17/2008

Who Is Calling Us? Tips On Predictive Dialing

Recently, your BBB has been receiving calls from the same telephone number over and over again. We are experiencing exactly what consumers receive on a daily basis. The calls are coming from the 516 area code which serves the Nassau County area in New York State.

09/15/2008

Free Document Shredding to Prevent ID Theft

Free document shredding will be available to consumers and businesses on Saturday, September 20, 2008 from 10:00am to Noon at IDADIV Credit Union, 1822 North Midland Blvd., Nampa.