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02/08/2012

Celebrate the BBB Centennial - Advertise in the UT

Wish your BBB a Happy 100th Birthday and advertise your Accreditation to approximately 750,000 San Diegans in the Union Tribune Special BBB Centennial Celebration Section!

02/08/2012

Guest Blog: Could The Right Time To Travel To Hawaii Be Now?

People are always asking when is the best weather in Hawaii? My answer, everyday!

02/06/2012

BBB Appears On San Diego 6 To Discuss Valentine's Day Scams

BBB President/CEO Sheryl Bilbrey appeared on San Diego 6 this morning to discuss Valentine's Day scams that should be on the for front of consumers' minds.

02/02/2012

Consumer Alert: Don't Get Bowled Over By Super Bowl Advertising

With Super Bowl Sunday approaching, many of us are making last-minute runs to the grocery store for a little more salsa, or are shoring up our plans to hit the local bar, all under the guise of seeing who proves victorious: Eli or Tom.

02/01/2012

Guest Blog: When Buying "A Girl's Best Friend..."

The prospect of buying diamond jewelry can be an intimidating task but there are ways to buy smart and get quality products without ever leaving your desk. Whether you are looking for an engagement ring or just a present for someone you love, the ability to buy fine jewelry online can save time and money if done right.

01/27/2012

Friday Feature Presentation: Earn Money For College, Become A Student Ambassador

The Student Ambassador program is a voluntary program to bring information on scams and frauds to the entry-level consumer. With high disposable incomes, young consumers are easy targets for scam artists. The Student Ambassador program is designed to train students to deliver this information to peer groups on campus.

01/26/2012

SCAM ALERT: Another Phishing Scam With A Twist Targets BBB Name

Thursday, January 26, 2012 (SAN DIEGO, CA) - Better Business Bureau is warning businesses to beware of two new scams, both of which use the BBB name to lure victims into clicking a link or providing access to their private, personal information.

01/25/2012

Guest Blog: Hire A Chimney Sweet Now, Save Money Later

While many homeowners are struggling to keep up with regular home maintenance expenses this home heating season, the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) shares the reminder that saving money in the short term by delaying routine maintenance may mean additional expense in the long run.

01/23/2012

Consumer Alert: Rain May Fall; What To Do If Your Roof Does Too

The process of rebuilding a new roof can be both slow and frustrating, and most people just want to hire the person that can get the job done as quickly as possible, but keep in mind, taking the time to do some hands on research can really pay off in the long run. Try using these helpful tips before you hire your next roofing contractor.

01/19/2012

Guest Blog: Students realize the dangers of drunk driving through ‘virtual death experience’

Many people learn through their mistakes – but it’s often through mistakes where lessons are learned the hardest. But what if you could make a mistake – virtually – and learn from the experience without the burden of any negative consequence?

01/18/2012

Don't Just Resolve, Absolve

Resolving to do differently, be better in the New Year is a ritual that dates back more than 4,000 years. I bet you have a laundry list of both personal and professional resolutions on which you are

01/17/2012

Making Our Mark: In Case You Missed It...BBB B2B Mixer

On the evening of January 12th, over 120 people made their way down to the Fleetwood Lounge located in the heart of Downtown's Gaslamp District for your BBB’s first bi-monthly mixer of 2012. The cool and contemporary design of the Fleetwood Lounge as well as the warm San Diego sunset shaped the mood for an enjoyable night of business networking for some of San Diego’s top business professionals.

01/13/2012

Consumer Alert: Choosing The Right Gym To Make Your Resolutions A Reality

It’s no secret that one of the top New Year’s resolutions is to get healthy. Every year we make promises to ourselves to eat better and exercise more often. There are a variety of tactics to achieving these goals, but whether you are trying to lose weight or just get in better shape, joining a gym is an obvious way to improve your health.

01/11/2012

Guest Blog: What Happens to a FICO Credit Score after a Short Sale?

On July 15, 2011, the California Legislature enacted a new law (SB 458) expanding protection for homeowners against personal liability after a Short Sale to include all trust deeds against a property. Prior to this enactment, homeowners were restricted to no deficiency judgments on first trust deeds only.

01/10/2012

President's Blog: BBB Benefits You Should Know About And Take Advantage Of In 2012

Another January 1st has come and gone. Each year, we all rack our brains for a new interest or activity to add to our already full plates. We try windsurfing, spending money learning to make jewelry


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