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11/17/2011

Consumer Alert: The Skinny On Cyber Monday Shopping

It’s that time of year again. Tis the season for holiday cheer, winter fun…and overly crowded malls. If you have ever tried to go to Fashion Valley in the month of December, you know exactly what I’m talking about.

09/23/2011

Consumer Alert: Is Your Smart Phone Protected?

Technology is ever changing, but the rules of online safety are not. While the latest technology brings us new benefits and exciting fun features, it also brings us a new set of potential problems. Smartphones, which are essentially a computer and a phone all in one, are definitely convenient and fun to use, but they are also potentially threatening when it comes to your personal data security.

09/16/2011

Friday Feature Presentation: Business Reviews Now Feature Facebook Like & Google +1

Researching companies on bbb.org before doing business with them is crucial when trying to figure out which companies to trust and which to avoid. These reports are increasingly user-friendly and easily accessible via the web and BBB iPhone app.

09/01/2011

Consumer Alert: Senior Scams

Scams and frauds are, for the most part, an equal opportunity evil. However, many of these are targeted at senior citizens, the fastest growing demographic to be victimized by scam artists.

08/26/2011

Friday Feature Presentation: Make Shifty Car Dealers Eat Your Dust

Buying a car is a daunting task. I know, because I am currently in the market for a new vehicle. There are so many choices and so much research to be done – do I want new or used? Should I buy from a dealer or a private party? Car or truck? You get the idea.

08/05/2011

Friday Feature Presentation: Is There Anyone Who Doesn't Love A Discount?

Who doesn’t love a great deal? In today’s economy, consumers are interested in finding new and additional ways to save money. I personally even get a small buzz when I find a particularly good discount. So why not drive deal - seeking consumers to your business by offering an Accredited Business Coupon?

07/22/2011

Consumer Alert: Your E-Cycling Questions Answered

Manufacturers are constantly coming out with the newest, most upgraded versions of TV’s, cell phones and computers and Americans generally replace their electronics every few years. Instead of throwing away or storing your used electronics, why not “eCycle”?

07/14/2011

Consumer Alert: How to Choose the Right University for You

With so many higher education options out there, it is no wonder prospective students are confused. Your BBB is here to help you make the important decision between attending a For-Profit university versus a Non – Profit University.

07/08/2011

Friday Feature Presentation: Give The People What They Want! Upload Photos/Videos To Business Reviews

Business is as much about building relationships as it is about making money. When I am choosing who to do business with, I want to feel comfortable with their values and mission. I want personalized service, and the bigger the purchase, the more personal I want my experience to be.

07/01/2011

Friday Feature Presentation: Add BBBOnline Logo, Click With Trust

The BBBOnline program, launched in 1997, allows Accredited Businesses to add a special encrypted logo to their website, indicating that their website meets the BBB standards for good business practices.

06/27/2011

Friday Feature Presentation: Will You Carry The Torch In 2011?

Don’t miss your chance to demonstrate your commitment to ethics in the marketplace! Your BBB is already accepting entries for this year’s Torch Awards for Marketplace Ethics. You can expect to see the official entry forms

06/17/2011

Friday Feature Presentation: Get Your BBB QR Codes Here!

QR codes are the newest way to engage your customers, who in this day and age are constantly on the go. Though they look complicated, they are just a bar code.

06/10/2011

Friday Feature Presentation: BBB Revocations Explained

It is common knowledge that there is an in depth application process for potential BBB Accredited Businesses. BBB Accreditation is an honor and not all businesses qualify. But what do most people know about the revocation process?

06/02/2011

Consumer Alert: Don't Get Caught In A Pyramid Scheme

These days, who isn’t looking for a new business opportunity that promises high, sustainable profits? However, this way of thinking opens the door for fraudsters to get unsuspecting business seekers to participate in scams of all kinds.


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