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10/01/2009

BBB Warns Renters to Be Wary of Bogus Home Rentals Online

Consumers who wish to rent an apartment or home using Craigslist or other online classifieds need to use caution according to your Better Business Bureau.

09/08/2009

BBB Honors Customer Service and Military Service at its Excellence in Customer Service Event

This year at EICS not only are companies that have demonstrated a commitment to outstanding customer service being recognized, but this year your BBB will honor those in service to our country.

08/13/2009

BBB Not in Magazine Sale Business

Your Better Business Bureau has received reports of two men going door-to-door claiming they are selling magazines on behalf of the BBB.

08/05/2009

Car Dealers, Not Consumers, Get Cash for Clunkers

Con artists are taking advantage of consumers who would like to participate in the well-publicized Cash for Clunkers program offered by the U.S. government. It allows consumers to trade their old gas guzzlers for credit towards a new fuel-efficient car. The House has voted to extend the program and the Senate is predicted to do so later this week. In the meantime, your Better Business Bureau advises the public to do their homework before trying to cash in on a new car.

08/04/2009

Seven Businesses to Participate in BBB’s Excellence in Customer Service Award Program

For 15 years, your Better Business Bureau has sponsored a program to allow businesses to examine and improve their customer service process.

07/01/2009

Don’t Get the Slip When Buying Memorabilia of “The Gloved One”

Immediately following the announcement of Michael Jackson’s death, individuals began selling memorabilia online. Not surprisingly, the quantity of goods offered on eBay increased dramatically the morning after Jackson’s death.

06/16/2009

Going for the Green Foundation Classic Golf Tournament

The Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado Foundation and the Air Academy Federal Credit Union Foundation hosted their annual “Going for the Green” Foundation Golf Classic Friday, June 12, 2009.

05/14/2009

BBB Reports Problems with Auto Warranty Solicitations

Because major auto manufacturers such as Chrysler and GM are either declaring bankruptcy or fighting off the threat, there is a lot of confusion surrounding the status of auto warranties.

04/15/2009

BBB Advice on How to Stand Out From the Crowd at a Job Fair

With unemployment rates in the double digits in some states, thousands of people are working diligently to get back into the workforce. Competition is fierce and your Better Business Bureau is offering advice on how job hunters can prepare and present themselves as the best candidate at job fairs.

04/01/2009

Don’t Be Fooled By Fake Sweepstakes

Your Better Business Bureau is warning the public to beware of letters supposedly from Publishers Clearing House.

03/16/2009

U.S. Service Members Expected to Extend Length of Service Due to Economy

Two-thirds of American military personnel have more debt than they are comfortable with, or have gone deeper into debt within the past year.

01/28/2009

BBB Warns: Your Facebook Friends Could Actually be Hackers, Scam Artists and ID Thieves

Social networking Web sites are a great way to find old classmates, stay connected with friends, or make new friends. Unfortunately, hackers are using Web sites such as Facebook to infect computers and steal identities.

01/07/2009

BBB Helps Consumers Find Trustworthy Businesses with New ‘Standards for Trust’

Today Better Business Bureau announced the adoption of its newly developed “Standards for Trust.” The eight standards concisely define marketplace behaviors that are contractually agreed to and upheld by BBB Accredited Businesses, and encompass issues relevant in today’s dynamic marketplace such as advertising practices, transparency, online privacy and business integrity.

01/05/2009

Better Business Bureau Announces New Ratings System

Your BBB launched a new method for rating companies, including BBB Accredited Businesses.

10/21/2008

Gas Saving Devices - Hype or Help

The skyrocketing cost of gasoline has brought about an insurgence of additives and devices that are made to save fuel and/or increase fuel mileage. Your BBB is advising consumers to stay away from gas saving products, parts and modifications that sound too-good-to-be-true and is offering advice on more reliable ways to conserve fuel.