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11/23/2009
To ensure that your donated dollars go as far as they can to actually help the less fortunate,the BBB recommends asking five questions before you give to a charity. Give, but give wisely.
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11/20/2009
The holidays are supposed to be merry, but too often people become stressed and harried shopping for gifts. The BBB provides tips to be a safe and smart shopper to help you enjoy the holiday season.
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11/16/2009
The U.S. Federal Reserve recently took action to enact national rules on the sale and use of gift cards that will go into effect in 2010 that are similar to the standards now set within Michigan.
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10/28/2009
Incidents of a new online scam called scareware that is tricking consumers and treating hackers to information that can be used for identity theft is on the rise.
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10/03/2007
With the college football season underway, the National Football League (NFL) kicking off this week and Major League Baseball (MLB) pennant races and playoffs filling fall calendars, Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning sports fans to be on the lookout for fraudulent sellers when shopping for hard-to-get tickets online.
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09/05/2007
Every year hurricanes, tornados, violent thunderstorms, flooding and fires wreak havoc across the country. In 2006 alone, there were 33 major catastrophes affecting hundreds of communities across the U.S., which resulted in 2.3 million claims for losses totaling $9.2 billion, according to the Insurance Information Institute.
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07/21/2007
The headlines are discouraging. Rising mortgage interest rates are taking a toll on many homeowners, just as the market value of their home is flattening or declining. Mortgage delinquency rates are up and home foreclosures are at a record high in many parts of the country.
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06/11/2007
As the technology improves, we increasingly rely on our cell phones for more than just making calls; we’re using them to send emails, schedule meetings, and surf the internet. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns that the downside of having a little computer in your pocket is that, just like with the computer on your desk, there are people out there ready, willing, and able to exploit it.
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05/15/2007
With Memorial Day approaching and summer not far behind, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is advising consumers on how to spot and avoid the threat of vacation and travel-related fraud.
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05/02/2007
If you have unwanted possessions and simply don’t have the time or know-how to sell or auction them on your own, a reputable consignment business might be just what you need. The consignment operation will handle the marketing and sale of your merchandise, and hopefully you will make some money in the process.
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12/14/2006
Take a simple test. Without peeking at your credit card statements, what is the total amount you owe on all of your cards? What interest rate(s) are you paying? How often do you incur extra fees because your payment was late or become you've gone over your credit limit? Do you typically make only the minimum payment?
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11/09/2006
Toys have changed over the years and the assortment can be astounding, particularly to those who haven’t toy-shopped in awhile. Child safety, however, never goes out of style. It is something grandparents and other family members should always keep in mind when selecting gifts for youngsters.
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10/30/2006
Excessive debt can be troubling. It may weigh heavily on your mind, cause tension in the family and dampen your quality of life.
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09/14/2006
Developing a family or household budget probably does not rank very high on the list of activities folks would choose to engage in during their spare time. In fact, many people might consider this task to be a chore, not a choice. That mindset can lead to financial chaos, at best, and to financial ruin, in a worst-case scenario.
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09/06/2006
Self-storage facilities dot the landscapes of new and older communities. Folks rent units to empty overflowing basements; to stash furnishings while moving or remodeling; or to store business supplies for future use.
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