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06/03/2013
Door-to-door scams are run by con artists who move from town to town and state to state, performing poor work, or simply collecting deposits and leaving behind a trail of unhappy consumers.
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03/25/2013
Complaints in the U.S about Jamaican scams continue to grow, with a conservative estimate of annual losses of more than $300 million.
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02/25/2013
Most online coupons promise a modest 10%-15% discount. However, if any offers a significantly better deal, such as 50% off your purchase, beware.
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10/24/2012
According to the National Retail Federation, 170 million Americans will spend approximately $8 billion this year on Halloween candy, pumpkins, decorations and costumes. Better Business Bureau advises consumers to be cautious when shopping for Halloween goodies and be wary of fly-by-night costume vendors.
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10/19/2012
Every October, thousands of products display the pink ribbon or pink packaging in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. While many of these products have a real tie to breast cancer charities, other pink-labeled products can be described as a form of “pinkwashing,” and provide very limited benefit to charities, if any at all.
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10/05/2012
With football season underway and Austin City Limits Music Festival and Formula 1 just around the corner, many fans are eager to get tickets to their favorite events. Better Business Bureau warns that buying a ticket from the wrong person could leave you outside the gates.
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09/28/2012
In the past 12 months, Better Business Bureau has received more than 4,000 complaints nationally against towing companies. BBB advises consumers to know the laws and pay attention to where they park to avoid costly towing ordeals.
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09/24/2012
If you use credit cards or owe money on loan, you are considered to be “in debt.” If you fall behind on a payment to your creditors, you may be contacted by a debt collector. Your Better Business Bureau has received close to 50 complaints in the past month against collection agencies and is reminding consumers about their rights.
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09/14/2012
The names of prominent banks, such as Bank of America and Wells Fargo, are fraudulently being used in an attempt to steal consumers personal information. Better Business Bureau reminds consumers to never provide personal information to anyone you do not know.
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09/12/2012
As of Sept. 1, certain dog and cat breeders in Texas are required to submit to state inspections and obtain a license, thanks to a new state law. In light of the new regulations, Better Business Bureau is advising consumers to thoroughly research dog breeders and brokers before purchasing a puppy.
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09/11/2012
Celebrities are all the rage these days. And while searching for your favorite celeb on the Internet may be your favorite pastime, it could also give you a virus-ridden computer. McAfee revealed its “MacAfee Most Dangerous Celebrities” study Monday morning, announcing the top 10 most dangerous celebrities to search for on the Internet.
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09/07/2012
The school year is back in full swing, and whether your child is preparing for the SAT or just needs a hand with math or science, a tutoring service can be a valuable tool. To make sure you get the most out of your money, Better Business Bureau has some tips for finding the right service for your child’s needs.
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09/05/2012
Better Business Bureau has received numerous complaints from across the country about two websites based in Leander, Texas — art-heist.com and hollywoodframed.com. Consumers allege they ordered art and frames from Hollywood Framed and Art Heist, but either never received their orders, received the wrong order or received a product far inferior to the one advertised online. Many alleged the company did not respond to their calls or emails pertaining to delivery of the product ordered or refunds.
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08/31/2012
Better Business Bureau gave out 677 Business Reviews over the past 12 months to consumers looking for general contractors in Bastrop. That’s nearly 10 times the number recorded the previous year, before wildfires swept through a large portion of Bastrop County.
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08/29/2012
Hurricane Isaac made its second landfall early Wednesday morning, continuing to thrash Louisiana with harsh winds, rain and flooding. While Isaac continues its destructive path, charities may soon begin soliciting for donations to support the relief efforts. With many options available for donors to consider, Better Business Bureau offer tips for donors looking to assist in the relief efforts.
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