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11/12/2009

BBB issues second alert about Southwest Youth Sports

Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona is alerting consumers to a Tucson based youth sports organization, Southwest Youth Sports (SYS), which according to complaints filed with BBB, is canceling

11/12/2009

Better Business Bureau 2010 Census Tips

Over the next 18 months, 1.4 million U.S. Census workers will attempt to gather demographic information about everyone living in the country.

11/10/2009

Supporting the Victims of the Fort Hood Tragedy

Individuals across the country are looking for ways to help support the victims and families affected by last week’s tragedy at Fort Hood. Initially, supporters were encouraged to donate blood to help victims. As options for monetary donations in support of victims and their families become available, it is important to understand exactly where and how your funds will be used.

11/09/2009

BBB Alerts Consumers to Destinations Unlimited

Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona is alerting consumers to Destinations Unlimited, a travel club that conducts sales presentations for consumers around the country, including in Tucson

11/02/2009

BBB Advice on Using Layaway for Holiday Purchases

As more families struggle in the tough economy, retailers are trying to make paying for holiday gifts more flexible by offering layaway options.

10/30/2009

Tucson E-Cycle Event Protects the Environment and Your Identity

Tucsonans can do their part to reduce the millions of tons of electronic waste that ends up in landfills, protect against identity theft and support local non-profits

10/26/2009

Food and Beverage Companies Continue to Raise the Bar When Advertising to Kids

Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative report shows marked progress in 2008 through self-regulation.

10/21/2009

BBB Advises Consumers To Check Before Buying Pink Ribbon Products

Many businesses are marketing products to support finding a cure for breast cancer during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

10/16/2009

BBB Warns of New Phishing E-mail Posing as BBB Complaint Confirmation

Better Business Bureau is alerting consumers and businesses about a new phishing attack that resembles an e-mail confirmation claiming the recipient has filed a complaint with BBB about a business.

10/13/2009

Tucson Company receives Complaints from Job Seekers across the Country

Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona is alerting job seekers to Government Careers, Inc.(GCI), a Tucson-based company that helps “government job seekers assert themselves into the government wor

10/05/2009

High Price for Vanity Publications

The BBB of Central Florida has received complaints from businesses about National Business Publishing Corporation located in Winter Park, Florida. The company sells business directories nationwide (in book or online version). Complaints are regarding misleading sales tactics. The complaints report that their business was offered a "free copy of the 2009 Edition valued at $500."

09/30/2009

New Classified Ad Scam Threatens Businesses

The Better Business Bureau has been made aware of a scam using the Timken Company’s UPS account to ship fraudulent checks to businesses Nationwide

09/29/2009

Teeth Whitening Products Sold Online Wipe Smile off Consumers’ Faces

Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona is warning consumers to be extremely wary of pervasive online ads offering the promise of a whiter, brighter smile.

09/29/2009

Boo! Scareware Attacks on the Rise; BBB advice on how to protect your computer

Computer experts are reporting that scareware — yet another sneaky technique used by hackers to steal personal information and spread viruses online — is on the rise. BBB is offering advice to consumers on how to protect their computer and personal information from the threat of scareware

09/24/2009

Phone Offer For Free Carpet Cleaning Isn’t What It Seems

Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona is alerting customers about ADK Marketing, a Phoenix-based door-to-door vacuum sales company, that contacts consumers by phone to schedule in-home sales call