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Five things you should do before hiring a pest control company
Bugs and other pests may become a problem this season, don’t get bugged by a poor pest control business Warmer temperatures and rainy weather this spring are bringing out insects, bugs and other pests you probably do not want in … Continue reading
Posted in Top Tips
Tagged BBB, bbbonline, Better Business Bureau, bug control, Bugs, extermination, exterminators, Pest control, pest control company, pest management, pests, rodent control
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Smartphone Users Falling Victim to Identity-Theft Fraud
According to the Wall Street Journal, about 7 percent of smartphone owners fell victim to identity-fraud in 2011 and are also about one-third more likely to fall prey to identity fraud than the general public. Protecting your smartphone is just … Continue reading
Posted in Education, Technology, Top Tips
Tagged BBB, bbb.org, bbbonline, Better Business Bureau, fraud, identity theft, mobile phone, protection, safety, smartphone safety
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iPad Users Claim Device Severely Cuts Into Data Plan
While the new iPad boasts a stunning new screen perfect for watching videos and playing games, consumers are quickly starting to realize that the device gobbles data from cellular networks at a monstrous rate, reports the Washington Post. One consumer … Continue reading
Posted in Education, Technology
Tagged 4G, apple, BBB, bbbonline, Better Business Bureau, consumer concerns, data plans, frustrations, the new iPad
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Debt collection getting social
Collections agencies using Facebook and Twitter to get debts paid MSN Money reported that debt collectors are now using Facebook and Twitter to find people who owe debt and some are using unscrupulous methods to collect those debts. One strategy … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged BBB, bbbonline, Better Business Bureau, debt, debt collectors, Facebook, Money Report, MSN, social media, Twitter
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Pet Insurance Sales Increase, Is it worth it?
The pet insurance industry has experienced a 10-fold growth over the last 10 years, increasing from one, single pet insurance company in 1997 to 11 companies today. With pet owners spending up to $650 a year on veterinary bills, pet insurance … Continue reading
Posted in Education, Health
Tagged animal hospital, animals, BBB, BBB blog, bbbonline, Better Business Bureau, pet insurance, pet owners, Pets
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Austin police warning about lawn care scam targeting senior citizens
The Austin-American Statesman is warning elderly residents about a lawn care scam. Here are the details, taken directly from statesman.com: The Austin Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating elderly scam victims. A company has approached elderly individuals … Continue reading
Posted in Education, Scams, Top Tips, TV News Story
Tagged Austin, BBB, bbbonline, Better Business Bureau, door-to-door sales, elderly, lawn services, police, tree trimming
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Celebrate National Consumer Protection Week with Your BBB!
The 14th celebration of National Consumer Protection Week will be held March 4 – March 10. Along with numerous other government organizations and nonprofits across the country, BBB is going the extra mile in encouraging every consumer to take full … Continue reading
Posted in BBB Event, Education, Top Tips
Tagged BBB, bbbonline, Better Business Bureau, consumer, consumer safety, consumer tips, national consumer protection week, ncpw
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Internet deals sometimes lead to frustration
I’ll admit it; I get suckered in by those online deal sites. I get the daily email and check the sites before trying a new restaurant or even sometimes before going to see a movie at my favorite theater. And, … Continue reading
Posted in Too Good To Be True, Top Tips
Tagged BBB, bbbonline, internet deals, online coupons
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Seven Ways to Winterize Your Home
As the cold weather is (slowly) making its way to Texas, Better Business Bureau is offering a checklist for homeowners to safely prepare their homes for the cold winter months, and perhaps save a few dollars in the process. According … Continue reading
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Tagged BBB, bbbonline, Better Business Bureau, home, tips, weather, winter, winterize
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BBB warns of mortgage relief scams
Working for Better Business Bureau, I have learned to stay calm while listening to consumers’ complaints and to keep a professional distance. However, every so often, I still hear something that makes my blood boil. Recently, I spoke with a … Continue reading
