http://sandiego.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=26&id=a824b759-3137-43b5-aedf-a38056bcce73&debug=False 10 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT While many of us think to adjust our wardrobe with brighter colors when the warmer weather hits, the San Diego BBB wants to you brighten up your Business Review as well! http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/spruce-up-your-business-review-today-42498 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT Growing up, Father’s Day gifts were more of a tradition than shopping around for something my Dad would necessarily need (or want.) http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/avoid-duds-for-dads-fathers-day-shopping-tips-42386 Wed, 12 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT If insects are able to get inside the home, spiders will surely follow. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/guest-blog-treating-for-spiders-42443 Fri, 07 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT As the clouds burned off and the sun shone down, eager golfers and supporters of the BBB made their way onto the course of the beautiful Maderas Golf Club for the 17th Annual Gerry Wilson Golf Classic on June 6th. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/in-case-you-missed-it17th-annual-gerry-wilson-golf-classic-42363 Thu, 06 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT With the growth and expansion of the Internet and its users, one of the easiest ways scam artists can gain access to your personal and financial information is by asking for it over the web. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/gone-phishing-signs-of-a-phishing-email-42297 Wed, 05 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT The Panda and Penguin algorithm updates brought a whole host of changes to the realm of SEO. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/guest-blog-3-tips-for-avoiding-over-optimization-42298 Tue, 04 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT Applying for the BBB’s Torch Awards for Marketplace Ethics may seem like a daunting task, but with our Torch Award Workshops, getting started has never been so easy! http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/attend-a-torch-award-workshop-and-start-your-entry-42222 Mon, 03 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT The BBB is warning business owners and consumers of a suspicious email circulating the San Diego community. A play on common phishing emails, victims should spot the red flags of this scam and protect their identity. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/scam-alert-beware-of-these-email-calendar-requests-42214 Fri, 31 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT With high school and college students finishing up their finals and getting ready for summer break, many young adults will be headed home and looking for jobs. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/looking-for-a-summer-job-save-yourself-from-a-scam-42175 Wed, 29 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT What’s your dream retirement destination? Whether you envision staying close to family and friends, downsizing to a condo in the city or perhaps even retiring abroad, you need to think about what you can do today to help you get to your ideal retirement destination. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/guest-blog-3-factors-to-conside-before-retiring-42147 Tue, 28 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB President and CEO appeared on San Diego 6 this morning to discuss home improvement scams. If you missed it live, check out the interview now! http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/bbb-appears-on-san-diego-6-discusses-home-improvement-scams-42114 Tue, 28 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Ants are the most common pests in and around the home. Ants, like all other insects, (and humans) need food, shelter, and water to survive. When the weather is dry, ants come inside in search of water. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/guest-blog-have-an-ant-problem-make-them-go-away-42119 Thu, 23 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Gaining trust and consumer confidence in today’s marketplace is no easy feat. However, by tapping in to what problems your customers are experiencing the most and answering their most common questions, your company can become the first place they turn to for need-to-know information. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/gain-trust-and-confidence-how-to-write-a-whitepaper-42078 Wed, 22 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT While the beginning of summer sees schools breaking for vacation, families taking trips and San Diegan’s enjoying the sunshine, it also means that the latest edition of the BBB Directory of Accredited Businesses has been published! http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/bbb-directory-of-accredited-businesses-42058 Tue, 21 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Nearly 230 Americans were injured in the Oklahoma tornados yesterday and close to 9.5 million more are waking up this morning still at risk of experiencing another disaster. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/charity-scams-donate-to-oklahoma-but-do-so-wisely-42029 Fri, 17 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT The good weather that accompanies summertime means one thing for many homeowners across the country: it’s time to clean out the chimney, replace the windows and maybe even add on the back patio you’ve dreamt about all winter. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/revamp-without-scams-national-home-improvement-month-41953 Wed, 15 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT New cars, fancy vacations, the latest electronics—there’s no question that Americans, even in the aftermath of the Great Recession, love to spend money. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/guest-blog-talking-to-your-kids-about-debt-41923 Tue, 14 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT The clock is ticking down to our 17th Annual Gerry Wilson Golf Classic and for those of you that haven’t registered yet, we thought we’d give you a little inspiration to register today. Need a reason to attend? We’ll give you 10. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/sign-up-for-the-gerry-wilson-golf-classic-today-41896 Fri, 10 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT There never seems to be enough hours in the day. Many of us juggle our careers, carpooling, school plays, school games and more. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/lunch-on-us-learn-how-here-41863 Thu, 09 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT May marks the beginning of a four month stretch through September where approximately 40 million Americans will pack up their belongings as they prepare to switch addresses and change communities. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/national-moving-month-dos-and-donts-41824 Wed, 08 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT One drawback to outdoor furniture is that it’s kept outside and often times exposed to some harsh weather conditions. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/guest-blog-extend-the-life-of-your-outdoor-furniture-41812 Mon, 06 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT In case you missed it, the San Diego BBB kicked off the summer with another B2B networking event at the 94th Aero Squadron in Kearny Mesa on May 2nd. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/in-case-you-missed-it-may-2nd-b2b-mixer-41749 Fri, 03 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT While unemployment here in San Diego has dropped to 7.7 percent (the lowest in the region in the last four years) there’s no denying there are still hundreds looking for work on a daily basis. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/bbb-job-postings-helping-consumers-and-businesses-41705 Thu, 02 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Our moms have been there to clean us up after a fall on the playground, make us after-school snacks and drive us to soccer practice or ballet class. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/flowers-not-frauds-this-mothers-day-41647 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Parents hoping to keep their children busy this summer are already looking for camps that will keep their kids safe and occupied once school’s out. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/fun-in-the-sun-picking-the-right-summer-camp-for-your-kids-41587 Fri, 26 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Thriving online is all about producing great content—that’s writing, graphics, videos, etc. One of the best ways to create content and build your authority is to create your own blog. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/a-guide-to-guest-blogging-41532 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT We all want our teams to be more effective, functional and self-governing. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/4-tips-of-highly-effective-teams-41487 Mon, 22 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT In January 2012, shoppers hoping to browse Coach.com for the latest handbags and purses were redirected to a hacktivist’s website promoting the controversial Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA.) http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/domain-hijacking-protect-your-site-41464 Thu, 18 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Parking is important. Every business owner and manager knows that providing adequate, attractive and safe parking makes a direct contribution to their company’s bottom line. A poorly managed and maintained parking lot can turn your customers into someone else’s. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/guest-blog-have-you-looked-at-your-parking-lot-lately-41427 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT At least one poorly-conceived charity scam has already emerged in the wake of the explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon yesterday, and more are likely. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-of-charity-scams-offers-giving-tips-in-wake-of-boston-marathon-bombing-41366 Thu, 11 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB CEO Sheryl Bilbrey explains how to avoid being scammed when buying concert and baseball tickets from sites like Craigslist and eBay. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/concert-and-baseball-season-bring-ticket-scams-41306 Wed, 10 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT When considering a contractor, you must never assume that your contractor carries workers compensation insurance. In fact, he or she can legally be exempt from the workers comp insurance requirement. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/guest-blog-why-you-should-demand-workers-comp-41280 Mon, 08 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT On average, consumers are willing to pay up to five times more for a product or service if they know the proceeds are going to charity. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/is-there-a-pay-what-you-want-payoff-41247 Fri, 05 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) is alerting business customers to be aware of an ongoing wire fraud that has been targeting SDG&E commercial customers. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/consumer-alert-received-a-phone-call-from-sdgande-lately-41192 Fri, 05 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Over the last decade, 60% of consumers have revealed that they actively search for coupons they can use on a daily basis. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/excite-customers-old-and-new-with-the-bbb-coupon-program-41218 Thu, 04 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Flowers blooming, birds chirping and the sun shining are all signs that spring is here to stay. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/sweep-away-spring-cleaning-scams-41145 Wed, 03 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Getting natural and organic links might not be quick and easy, but with the right strategy, you can acquire them with minimal effort and maximum ROI. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/guest-blog-getting-natural-links-part-2-41122 Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT San Diego BBB President/CEO Sheryl Bilbrey talks scams commonly associated with mystery shopping. Whether you are looking for a quick way to make a buck or interested in hiring mystery shoppers for your own business, follow these tips before handing over any money or personal information! http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/video-blog-mystery-shopping-41100 Mon, 01 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT The San Diego BBB held its second B2B Networking Mixer of the year on Thursday March 7th. Held in the Headliners Club at the Union Tribune in Mission Valley, guests were welcomed to the event with food catered by Tio Leo’s, a hosted bar and complimentary tours of the UT-TV studio. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/in-case-you-missed-it-march-7th-mixer-wrap-up-41071 Fri, 29 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT Even though Easter is a time for celebrating family, enjoying the sunshine of spring and doing our best to paint pretty eggs, scammers are hoping for you to hand over more than just a box (or two) of Peeps. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/hunt-for-eggs-this-easter-not-scams-41056 Thu, 28 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT It’s that time of the year when people everywhere are dreaming of beaches, bikinis and fruity drinks. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/spring-break-sunshine-andscams-41033 Wed, 27 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT If web pages are the buildings in the Internet realm, then links are the streets and passageways between those buildings. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/guest-blog-understanding-link-building-part-1-41020 Tue, 26 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT San Diego BBB, with the help of Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) and the City Attorney’s office, will appear on Channel 10 News tonight at 5pm to answer consumer questions on-air regarding identity theft. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/bbb-to-appear-in-channel-10-news-phone-bank-tonight-40988 Fri, 22 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT For every consumer who has felt a twinge of uncertainty at the start of the shopping process, there’s hope. For businesses searching for new sales leads, look no further. http://sandiego.bbb.org/article/why-you-should-be-using-request-a-quote-40952