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07/22/2010

New Overdraft Rules for Debit and ATM Cards

On July 1st, new rules went into effect concerning overdrafts on debit or ATM cards. The change gives consumers the ability to choose what happens when you make a charge and don’t have enough money in the account.

07/22/2010

Your Cell Number is not Going Public

Have you gotten a forwarded email that says all cell phone numbers are going to go public and you will be spammed by unwanted sales calls? Actually, it’s not going to happen.

07/01/2010

Tips on Understanding Debt Management Programs

When faced with overwhelming credit card debt, we’re awash with options on how to deal: handle it on our own; try debt settlement; obtain a debt consolidation loan; file for bankruptcy; tap home equity, or join a debt management program through a credit counseling agency.

06/30/2010

Find an Adoption Agency You Can Trust

While celebrities might make adoption look easy, the Better Business Bureau recommends doing your research when enlisting the help of an adoption agency.

06/30/2010

Don’t Get Sucked in By Deceptive Air Duct Cleaners

Better Business Bureau warns consumers to beware of air duct cleaning businesses that employ bait and switch tactics or try to scare the homeowner into thinking they have a serious health-threatening mold problem.

06/15/2010

Flood Insurance: Is It for You?

Recent and the prediction of an active 2010 hurricane season may have you wondering if you should have flood insurance. Here are some facts that may help answer your questions.

06/10/2010

Charities Assisting Gulf Coast Oil Spill Clean Up

Planning to donate to the oil spill clean up? Here is a list of charities that are assisting the clean up effort and meet BBB Wise Giving Alliance’s Standards for Charity Accountability.

06/01/2010

BBB offers money management advice for newlyweds

Say “I Do” to Taking Control of Personal Finances. Once the honeymoon is over, it’s time for the new couple to sit down and get serious about finances.

06/01/2010

How to Spot the Red Flags of an Investment Seminar Scam

Better Business Bureau recommends researching the investment company first, rather than run the risk of falling for a financial siren song over a free lunch.

06/01/2010

Can You Trust a Door-to-Door Meat Salesman?

Every summer, Better Business Bureau receives troubling complaints from consumers who purchased meat from door-to-door salesmen and were dissatisfied with the quality or even claim to have gotten food poisoning.

06/01/2010

Military Sense & Savings: More on SmartBuy

On May 18th New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo officially filed suit against SmartBuy, a seller of computers and electronics.

06/01/2010

Free Museum Entry For Military Kids

If you are a military kid, there are over 750 museums across the United States that will give you and your immediate family members free admission between now and Labor Day.

05/18/2010

The Cooling Off Rule

Find out how the FTC Cooling-Off Rule ensures your purchase from a direct seller may be returned within three days.

05/18/2010

Introduction to Direct Selling

More than 15 Million People are Direct Sellers in the US. These sellers generate more than 30 billion in annual sales, bringing products directly to consumers with a personal touch.

05/18/2010

Direct Sellers Build Businesses on Trust

Watch DSEF’s video series to learn how direct selling provides the opportunity for millions to build a business based on passion, trust and integrity.