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Straight Talk Articles
Straight Talk is a weekly tips column produced by the BBB and published in the Canton Repository, Massillon Independent, Times Reporter, The Press News/Alliance Review, The Free Press Standard, Clay County Free Press, Mountain Messenger, Glenville News, The Herald Dispatch, The Bargain Hunter, and The Budget. The articles help local consumers avoid fraudulent practices.
Weekly Article
June 29, 2025 - If you've lost a pet, watch out for scammers
June 22, 2025 - Here's how to avoid falling for a marketing pyramid scheme
June 15, 2025 - Be wary of calls from process servers threatening jail
June 1, 2025 - Don't fall for a moving scam.
May 18, 2025 - Don't fall for fake streaming service deals
May 11, 2025 - New graduates need to be wary of loan, tuition, job, and rental scams, BBB says
May 4, 2025 - BBB urges those 55 and older to watch for various scams
April 27, 2025 - 8 ways to spot a fake online product review
April 13, 2025 - Spring cleaning should include protecting your digital life
April 6, 2025 - 5 ways to avoid email business phishing scams
March 23, 2025 - 6 ways to avoid customer support scams
March 16, 2025 - BBB shares ways to avoid travel scams
March 6, 2025 - Be careful with online JOANN closure sales
March 2, 2025 - Parents should beware SAT, ACT test prep scams
February 23, 2025 - Three key ways to avoid 'free roof inspection' ploy
February 16, 2025 - 6 ways to find a trustworthy contractor
February 9, 2025 - Eight tips to avoid tax ID theft
February 2, 2025 - BBB gives 9 ways to avoid falling for a cyberattack
January 19, 2025 - Take steps to avoid weight-loss scams
January 12, 2025 - Don't fall for an IRS scam this tax season
December 29, 2024 - Know store policies before you try to return a gift
December 22, 2024 - Watch out for credit card fraud as Christmas nears
December 15, 2024 - Ads for customized gifts could be a scam
December 8, 2024 - Don't fall for tempting holiday gift exchange
December 1, 2024 - Beware texts alleging you owe toll fees