Better Business Bureau: Sweepstakes, lottery and prize scam study
People over the age of 55 continue to be the primary target of sweepstakes, lottery, and prize scams, representing 72% of fraud reports for this type…
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Better Business Bureau: How to spot a trustworthy contractor before you hire
Hiring a reliable contractor can be daunting, but it’s one of the most important steps for your…
Continue Reading Better Business Bureau: Advance fee loan scams
No matter how much you need a loan, don’t overlook this big red flag. Companies that allegedly “guarantee” loans without seeing your credit history…
Continue Reading Better Business Bureau: How to avoid BBB imposters
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is not immune to being victims of scams. Some dishonest characters are pretending to be the BBB to steal…
Continue Reading Better Business Bureau: Should you buy the extended warranty?
When purchasing electronics, home appliances, and other devices, many retailers now offer an extended warranty, sometimes called a protection plan or…
Continue Reading Better Business Bureau: How a credit card perk can help pay for repairs
When you rent a car, expect the question: “How do you want to insure it?” You can buy the rental company’s insurance or use your own. There are…
Continue Reading Better Business Bureau: Package Delivery Text Scams
Delivery scams and theft are particularly prevalent during the holidays when more packages are shipped, but they can happen year-round. Scammers are…
Continue Reading Better Business Bureau: Relief Check Scams
Free government money you never have to repay? If this sounds too good to be true, that’s because it’s the hook for a common con. This scam…
Continue Reading Better Business Bureau: Fake celebrity endorsements
Celebrity impersonations are getting more sophisticated thanks to artificial intelligence (AI) technology, and the Better Business Bureau is sharing…
Continue Reading Better Business Bureau: Top 10 holiday scams to avoid
As the holiday season gets underway, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is sharing ten holiday scams to…
Continue Reading Better Business Bureau: Government imposter scams and how to avoid them
According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), government impostor scams consistently rank among the most reported types of fraud…
Continue Reading Better Business Bureau: How to check if a charity is real before giving
Rising costs, reduced funding from traditional fundraising events, and increased demand for services mean many organizations are relying on donors to…
Continue Reading Better Business Bureau: Top five travel scams
For those who plan on traveling, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) shares five different travel scams as well as tips to avoid…
Continue Reading Better Business Bureau: Tips for stress-free wedding planning
Many future brides and grooms attend bridal shows, where they can browse vendors to get one step closer to planning their special day. BBB encourages…
Continue Reading Better Business Bureau: Don’t get scammed: Avoid fake calls during Medicare and Healthcare.gov enrollment
If you are adding or changing your Medicare or Healthcare.gov coverage during open enrollment, watch out for unsolicited calls claiming to “help” you…
Continue Reading Better Business Bureau: How to avoid fake invoice scams
Con artists send out fake invoices in hopes of tricking businesses into paying for services or products they never requested or…
Continue Reading Better Business Bureau: ‘Fraudulent activity has been detected on your account.’ Is this a scam?
Banks nationwide have reported these types of scam calls and text messages to their customers. In many cases, these alleged messages claim to be from…
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