http://ms.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=173&id=a824b759-3137-43b5-aedf-a38056bcce73&debug=False 10 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT 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. http://ms.bbb.org/article/consumers-feel-more-at-risk-for-identity-theft-when-making-certain-types-of-purchases-12556 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Time is running out for first-time home buyers to take advantage of the $8,000 tax credit set aside for them this year as part of the economic recovery effort. http://ms.bbb.org/article/act-now-to-take-advantage-of-the-first-time-home-buyers-tax-credit-12726 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Credit Repair Organizations have attracted considerable attention as a "problem industry." If you know what to look for, you can discern the good from the bad. http://ms.bbb.org/article/credit-repair-organizations-and-the-law-12636 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT The BBB of Central Florida has received complaints from businesses about National Business Publishing Corporation located in Winter Park, Florida. The company sells business directories nationwide (in book or online version). Complaints are regarding misleading sales tactics. The complaints report that their business was offered a "free copy of the 2009 Edition valued at $500." http://ms.bbb.org/article/high-price-for-vanity-publications-12894 Fri, 09 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT BBB advises citizens to cooperate carefully in order to avoid becoming a victim of possible census-related scams. http://ms.bbb.org/article/bbb-offers-advice-on-how-to-identify-legitimate-census-workers-12923 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT 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. http://ms.bbb.org/article/bbb-joins-national-effort-to-promote-identity-theft-protection-and-education-12955 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT 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. http://ms.bbb.org/article/teeth-whitening-products-sold-online-wipe-smile-off-consumers-faces-12759 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT Bargain hunters who ordered wholesale electronics and clothing from Chinese Internet sites say they never received the items they ordered, the BBB warns. http://ms.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-that-wholesale-chinese-websites-fail-to-deliver-goods-13080 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT As the economic slump continues, many people are struggling to make ends meet, and unfortunately, vehicle repossessions are now on the rise. http://ms.bbb.org/article/behind-on-car-payments-bbb-advice-on-how-to-avoid-the-repo-man-13100 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT Many businesses are marketing products to support finding a cure for breast cancer during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The BBB advises consumers to check donation claims before buying. http://ms.bbb.org/article/bbb-advises-consumers-to-check-before-buying-pink-ribbon-products-13130 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative report shows marked progress in 2008 through self-regulation. http://ms.bbb.org/article/food-and-beverage-companies-continue-to-raise-the-bar-when-advertising-to-kids-13154 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau has received more than 1,500 complaints about several dozen Web sites that are trading on the Google name to scam people who want to learn about making money from home. http://ms.bbb.org/article/make-money-from-home-with-google-not-so-fast-warns-bbb-13259 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT Office morale can dip as employees face uncertainty about their jobs. Better Business Bureau offers guidance for small business owners on how to keep office morale high in a tough economy. http://ms.bbb.org/article/bbb-tips-for-boosting-office-morale--13288 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT BBB Wise Giving Alliance advises donors to research a charity prior to giving and provides five questions to ask when vetting where to contribute this holiday season. http://ms.bbb.org/article/five-questions-to-ask-before-donating-to-a-charity-13289 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT 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. http://ms.bbb.org/article/supporting-the-victims-of-the-fort-hood-tragedy-13459 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT FTC wants contempt charges against BlueHippo for continuing to deceive cash-strapped consumers with phony promises that it would help them purchase a computer even if they have credit problems. http://ms.bbb.org/article/bluehippo-faces-contempt-for-ongoing-computer-financing-scam-13563