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06/11/2012

BBB Alert: Be Wary Of Blue Financial Group, Cleon Williamson

The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be cautious when seeking loan assistance from Blue Financial Group of Maplewood, Mo., or its owner, Cleon Williamson.

04/24/2012

Know Your Rights Before Signing for Funeral Arrangements

At an average cost of $8,000, funerals are one of the more expensive purchases made by consumers. During this emotionally charged time, when decisions must be made quickly, and often under great emotional stress, it can be easy to spend more than might be necessary. Better Business Bureau is advising consumers to take their time, ask a lot of questions and consider several providers before buying or paying for funeral services.

03/07/2012

Timeshare Pitfalls Continue to Trap Consumers

It is a common scenario. Someone receives a mailer or email offering a free trip or other fantastic prize and all he or she has to do is sit through a half-day seminar. Once the victim is there, the company turns on the high-pressure tactics in an attempt to sell a timeshare.

03/01/2012

New Work-at-Home Regulations Offer Consumers More Protections

Effective today, March 1, amendments to the Federal Trade Commission’s Business Opportunity Rule go into effect. The changes implement new disclosures that work-at-home businesses must provide to ensure consumers have the appropriate information they need when considering a work-at-home program.

12/06/2011

FTC Adds New Protections for Consumers Seeking to Work from Home

The FTC has approved changes to its Business Opportunity Rule that will ensure consumers have information they need when considering buying a work-at-home program or any other business opportunity.

11/08/2011

BBB has Advice for Landing a Holiday Job

As retailers start gearing up for the holidays, some job hunters could get an early present this year in the form of a seasonal job. According to National Retail Federation, retail sales are expected to increase 2.8 percent this holiday season. As many retailers will be looking to add to their employee roster, Better Business Bureau recommends applicants apply early, research potential employers and come prepared for the interview.

09/23/2011

Senior Citizens Remain Target of Scammers

Fraud targeting senior citizens continues to be a widespread concern reported by Better Business Bureau. In 2010, more than 2,700 seniors filed complaints with BBB, and so far in 2011 BBB has received more than 1,300 complaints.

08/10/2011

A Top Gripe says Carol

Have you been upset about shoddy work on your home improvement project? Or that the project was not done on time? You are not alone.

07/20/2011

Online Rental Scams Target Renters and Landlords

Within seconds of searching the Internet, potential home renters can find all the information they need about a possible new home, such as pictures, prices and virtual tours. However, such tools give scammers the perfect opportunity to take advantage of consumers. Better Business Bureau warns renters to be on the lookout for phony ads on Craigslist and other Internet services aimed at stealing money.

07/05/2011

Summer Months Bring Highest Rates of Burglaries – Is Your Home Secure?

Summer is the perfect time for a vacation getaway. Unfortunately, it's also the time for home robberies. Better Business Bureau advises homeowners looking to secure their property to do their research when picking a home security system.

07/05/2011

Will Your Insurance Stand Up Even If Your Home Doesn’t?

After making sure your home is well-built, suited for your environment and properly maintained, homeowner insurance is the best line of defense for your home, financial stability and peace of mind.

10/01/2007

FTC - The Federal Trade Commission's Information about Relief for Hurricane Victims

Advance Fee Loan Scams, Appliances, Automobiles, Charity Scams, Contractor Scams, Credit and Money, Damaged or Lost Documents, Debris Removal Scams, Door-To-Door Sale (Cooling Off Rule), Fake Disaster Officals, Flood Restoration, Foundation-Excavation-or-Waterproofing Work, Home Ownership Issues, Home Repair Scams, Identity Theft, Job Scams, Money and Credit, Pest Control, Rental Listing Scams, Utility Related Scams, Water Treatment or Purification Devices

06/01/2007

FTC - Mortgage Payments Sending You Reeling? Here's What to Do

The possibility of losing your home because you can't make the mortgage payments can be terrifying. Perhaps you are one of the many consumers who took out a mortgage that had a fixed rate for the first two or three years and then had an adjustable rate. Or maybe you're anticipating an adjustment, and want to know what your payments will be and whether you'll be able to make them. Or maybe you're having trouble making ends meet because of an unrelated financial crisis.

05/01/2007

FTC - Buying a Home: It’s a Big Deal

Whether you’re shopping for appliances or automobiles, groceries or gadgets, travel services or tax preparers, the Internet has changed the way most people gather information about products and services.

02/01/2007

FTC - Home Equity Credit Lines

Using a credit line to borrow against the equity in your home has become a popular source of consumer credit. And lenders are offering these home equity credit lines in a variety of ways.


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