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08/17/2012

Confusion Over Debit Card Offer At Church Prompts BBB Alert On Advanced Marketing and Promotions

The BBB is urging caution to anyone doing business with Advanced Marketing & Promotions (AMP), an Alabama-based business managed by Dean Stanley in the St. Louis area.

02/02/2012

SCAM ALERT - GreenPoint Capital

NATIONAL BBB ALERT - An advanced fee loan company, GreenPoint Capital located in Lansing, Michigan, has been named by four consumers contacting the BBB, inquiring about their business practices. One consumer informed the BBB that GreenPoint Capital did not honor the contract she made with them after paying $800.00 by wire transfer. The consumer was told a $5000.00 loan would be in her account on 1/31/2012. The money was not provided, and the company representative called to ask for another $800.00, saying they needed more security on the loan. This consumer says GreenPoint Capital took everything she had plus money she borrowed from someone else to get the $800.00 to take out a loan.

04/15/2011

AT&T to Release Prepaid Smartphone

Beginning April 17, AT&T customers who want the technology of a smartphone without the hefty monthly fees or contract will have the option of purchasing the LG Thrive.

08/04/2010

Cricket to Resell Sprint Nextel Wireless Service

Cricket Communications announced it signed a $300 million deal with Sprint Nextel to resell its wireless service under the Cricket brand

09/04/2009

Make the Most of Your Minutes and Avoid Deceptive Prepaid Phone Cards

Prepaid calling cards may seem like a great value, claiming to provide hundreds of minutes for a few dollars. However many phone cards are so rife with fees and service charges that they deliver far fewer minutes than advertised.

11/09/2006

The Pros and Cons of Prepaid Cards

It is a popular time of year for prepaid cards. Gift-buyers use them to make purchases and many gift-receivers will discover them among their presents. Whether your payment of choice is a gift card or a prepaid debit card, knowing the pros and cons will help you to avoid unpleasant surprises.

05/13/2004

Prepaid Cell Phone Services

If you need a cellular phone, but do not want to commit to a year-long contract, a prepaid cellular phone may be a good option for you. With prepaid cellular phone plans users prepay for the airtime, much like they would buy prepaid long-distance phone cards. There is typically no credit check, activation fees, monthly fees or early termination fees to pay.


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