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06/01/2012

BBB Business Tips for Ensuring Your Business’ Insurance

Better Business Bureau offers answers to the following frequently asked questions on what happens to a policy-holder’s coverage if their insurance company goes out of business.

05/02/2012

BBB recognizes National Small Business Week

May 20-26 is National Small Business Week and a time to celebrate the growing business demographic in our country. Entrepreneurs and small business owners are the backbone of the U.S. economy: 60 to 80 percent of the new jobs in the country are created by the approximately 27.2 million small businesses in the U.S. It is estimated that over half of Americans either own or work for a small business. In honor of National Small Business Week, Better Business Bureau is encouraging small business owners to take advantage of the many resources for small businesses from BBB and from the Federal Trade Commission.

04/03/2012

BBB Small Business Advice for National Financial Literacy Month

Seventy-six percent of Americans are stressed about money, according to research by the American Psychological Association, and more than two-thirds of employers say that contributed to higher health costs, employee absences and lost productivity.

03/01/2012

Pin Your Consumers’ Interest – Pinterest Captivates the Visual Audience

Facebook, Twitter and YouTube have dominated the world of social media. However, it’s time to make way for a new, growing social media outlet that’s perfect for small businesses – Pinterest.

02/29/2012

BBB Alerts Consumers To Potential Charity Scams, Contractor Ripoffs After February Tornadoes

With areas of Missouri and Illinois laid waste by tornadoes and severe storms, the BBB warns consumers to be alert to potential scams linked to charities or shady contractors.

02/03/2012

Protecting Data – Does Your Business Know What to Do?

Customers expect every business that collects their personal information to protect it. Better Business Bureau advises business owners to proactively address customer anxiety and takes steps to prevent and prepare for a security breach.

01/05/2012

Consumer Fraud Task Force Warns About Pitfalls Of Payday Loans

The Consumer Fraud Task Force is warning consumers about the cost and long-term effects of payday loans.

12/20/2011

BBB Warning: eBook Scams Rip Off Readers, Authors And Publishers

The growing popularity of electronic books, tablet computers and other devices has inspired scams by unrelated firms that target readers, authors and authorized book publishers, the BBB warns.

12/01/2011

BBB Business Advice for Tackling Holiday Gift Returns

BBB is advising businesses to make sure that their return policies are simple and solid before tackling customer gift returns this holiday season.

11/23/2011

BBB Offers 10 Tips For Safe Online Shopping

With many shoppers switching to online retailers for holiday gifts, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is offering 10 tips for safe online shopping on Cyber Monday and throughout the season.

11/21/2011

BBB Advises Consumers To Budget, Do Research Before Jumping At 'Black Friday' Deals

Holiday shopping doesn’t have to destroy your nerves or your budget if you research the items you want to buy and set limits on what you will spend, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises.

11/02/2011

How to Select a Merchant Processing Service for Your Business

Choosing a merchant processor is a very important decision and can be vital to the overall success of your business. Better Business Bureau is advising business owners to do their homework before making a selection.

10/21/2011

Breast Cancer Awareness Also Means Being Alert To Scams, Pink Product Puffery, BBB Advises

The BBB urges consumers to take the time to research the charities seeking their money and to understand claims by marketers of products that purport to benefit breast cancer research.

10/19/2011

Investing In World Series Collectibles May Be Squirrelly Idea, BBB Says

The Better Business Bureau advises shoppers to buy World Series collectibles for enjoyment, not for investment

10/18/2011

With Hotels Booking Up For World Series, BBB Advises Fans To Be Alert To Lodging Scams

The BBB warns baseball fans to be wary of potential scams involving lodging for the World Series between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Texas Rangers


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