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02/19/2012

New Scam Uses BBB.org Email Address

A new email phishing scam targeting accountants and other business people is using a BBB.org email address and the American Institute of CPAs logo and name

01/26/2012

Scammers Pick Up the Phone in New Twist on BBB Phishing Scam

Better Business Bureau is warning consumers about a new twist in the ongoing BBB phishing scam. Consumers now are reporting receiving phone calls – in addition to emails – from scammers claiming to be from BBB.

01/04/2012

BBB Names Top Ten Scams of 2011

BBB investigates thousands of scams a year, from the latest gimmicks to schemes as old as the hills. We’ve picked the top scam for 2011 in each of our nine categories, plus our scam of the year.

12/16/2011

It’s Still Out There! New Advice for Recipients of BBB Complaint Email Scam

An email scam using BBB's name and logo continues to proliferate. Most of the emails containe the subject line “Complaint from your customers" and have a link or attachment containing phishing malware that steals information.

12/01/2011

BBB Warns Homeowners: Changes to Mortgage Rules Bring Out Scams

Some homeowners who are “under water” with their mortgages can refinance under the new Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP), but BBB is warning consumers that scammers are gearing up for the rush of applications.

11/02/2011

Latest Sweepstakes Scam Pretends It’s BBB Calling

Better Business Bureau is cautioning businesses and consumers about a website and phone calls that are purporting to be from BBB about sweepstakes’ winnings. This is a scam – BBB is not conducting a sweepstake.

09/08/2011

Give with Both Head and Heart When Supporting 9/11 Charities

Ten years after September 11, 2001, Americans remain deeply moved by the tragedy of that day and generously willing to aid those who still suffer from the impact of 9/11 events.

08/29/2011

Mystery Shopping Scam Arrives in Vegas--Don't Be Duped!

Local job seekers are complaining to the Better Business Bureau about rampant job scams overwhelming the area.

08/26/2011

Lottery Scams Flood Las Vegas

As the economy worsens, lottery scams have not only increased in number but have also become more aggressive. If you’ve received a random lottery winning notice with instructions to send money to someone else—don’t!

06/21/2011

BBB Advises Parents To Be On Guard For Signs of ID Theft Targeting Children

The first tell-tale sign that a child has been the victim of identity theft could be a credit card solicitation in the child’s name arriving in the mailbox, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns.

02/28/2011

BBB Warns Against Sneaky Smishing Scams Targeting Cell Phone Users

A new year means a new scam, this time, targeting cell phone users. Like traditional “phishing,” “smishing” schemers often pose as banks or lottery sweepstakes asking customers to contact them immediately about a pressing issue that needs to be discussed.

06/30/2010

BBB Warns that Scams Emerge in the Wake of the BP Oil Spill

In the wake of the oil spill, Better Business Bureau warns that the recovery effort creates a great opportunity for scammers to make an easy dollar by deceiving those who are trying to find work, file claims with BP or donate money or volunteer to help with the cleanup.

01/13/2010

BBB Advises Donors on How to Vet Haiti Earthquake Charity Appeals

As immediate relief needs are assessed in the wake of the devastating earthquake in Haiti on January 12th, many Americans are looking for ways to help by donating to a charity.

01/13/2010

Charities Providing Haiti Earthquake Relief

View a list of national charities that are seeking to provide assistance in response to the earthquake in Haiti.

01/13/2010

BBB Advises Donors on How to Check Out Haiti Earthquake Charity Appeals

Not All Charities are Equipped to Help and Some Might be Fraudulent, Warns BBB