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11/02/2009

Make Money From Home with Google? Not so Fast, Warns BBB

Better Business Bureau has received more than 1,500 complaints about several dozen Web sites that are trading on the Google name to scam people who want to learn about making money from home.

10/26/2009

Food and Beverage Companies Continue to Raise the Bar When Advertising to Kids

Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative report shows marked progress in 2008 through self-regulation.

10/01/2009

Post Foods Joins BBB Self Regulation Initiative on Child-Directed Food Advertising

The Council of Better Business Bureaus today announced that Post Foods, LLC has become a participant in the Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative.

07/22/2009

CBBB Statement to Congress on Advertising Trends and Consumer Protection

The following statement was delivered on July 22, 2009 by C. Lee Peeler, President and CEO,NARC& EVP, Advertising Self-Regulation, CBBB to the US Senate Committee on Commerce, Science,& Transportation

07/02/2009

Principles on Collection and Use of Behavioral Advertising Data Released

A group of the nation's largest media and marketing trade associations, including BBB, released self-regulatory principles to protect consumer privacy in ad-supported interactive media.

06/03/2009

BBB Small Business Advice: How to Avoid Six Common Advertising Offenses

Creating an effective advertising strategy isn’t just about where and when ads are placed, but also what claims are being made.

06/03/2009

Beware BBB Imposters: BBB warns against Craigslist ads offering BBB Buyers Protection

Better Business Bureaus across the country are receiving reports of a new scam on Craigslist that deceives buyers by falsely claiming BBB accreditation and participation in a phony buyer’s protection program.

03/12/2009

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act – BBB Explains the Benefits for Small Business Owners

On February 17, President Obama signed into law the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act—an economic stimulus plan totaling $787 billion in federal spending and tax cuts. For small business owners who don’t want to wade through the actual document, Better Business Bureau offers a summary on some items in the stimulus package that might benefit them.

03/09/2009

BBB Advice on Finding a Financial Planner You Can Trust

In a challenging economic environment, finding a responsible financial planner and money manager is extremely important. Between the volatility of today’s bear market and revelations of Bernie Madoff-like Ponzi schemes duping investors, consumers are more confused than ever about knowing whom they can trust with their money. Better Business Bureau offers the following advice on finding financial advisors that can be trusted to look out for the best interest of their clients.

03/05/2009

Better Business Bureau Announces Top Ten Complaint Categories

03/03/2009

Grant Companies Exploit Confusion over Stimulus Bill to Rip Off Consumers

Families are billed every month for “free” guidance on how to get Federal government grants

03/03/2009

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act

On February 17, President Obama signed into law the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act—an economic stimulus plan totaling $787 billion in federal spending and tax cuts. For small business owners who don’t want to wade through the actual document, Better Business Bureau offers a summary on some items in the stimulus package that might benefit them.

03/03/2009

BBB on Differences Between Debt Consolidation, Debt Negotiation and Debt Elimination Plans

Consumers are being battered on all fronts and offers from companies to help get them out of debt are extremely tempting in troubling times. Offers of debt negotiation, debt settlement, and debt elimination are three different options available to consumers. Better Business Bureau advises consumers to ensure they understand these critical differences before enlisting the help of a company to manage their debt or they could end up making their current financial situation worse.

02/21/2009

BBB: Don’t Let Travel Scams Ruin Spring Break Fun

Whether you’re jetting to Cancun or taking off for Disneyland -- or even staying close to home -- this is not the time to book a trip from a provider you are unfamiliar with just because it looks like a bargain.

02/12/2009

BBB Warns Job Hunters to Steer Clear of Rebate Processing Job Scams

Better Business Bureau is warning job hunters to beware of opportunities to work from home processing rebates. While the job offer may claim that people can earn up to a thousand dollars a day without leaving the comfort of their home, BBB has received hundreds of complaints from victims nationwide who never earned a dime and were, in fact, ripped off for hundreds of dollars in upfront fees.