http://tucson.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=72&id=bb3d5512-288d-4e30-a0ce-6cb133e6c673&debug=False&tag=site=72 10 Tue, 21 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT In the wake of the devastating tornadoes that ripped through Oklahoma yesterday, and in north Texas last week, Better Business Bureau and BBB Wise Giving Alliance have issued tips to help donors make smart giving decisions and to avoid scams. http://tucson.bbb.org/article/bbb-urges-donor-caution-after-tornadoes--42023 Fri, 10 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona recognized ten local companies at the 2013 Torch Awards Luncheon Thursday at JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort in Tucson. http://tucson.bbb.org/article/bbb-announces-2013-torch-awards-winners-41862 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT At least one poorly-conceived charity scam has already emerged in the wake of the explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon yesterday, and more are likely. http://tucson.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-of-charity-scams-offers-giving-tips-in-wake-of-boston-marathon-bombing-41392 Thu, 11 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona is pleased to announce the finalists for the 2013 Torch Awards, to be held 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., May 9 at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort in Tucson. http://tucson.bbb.org/article/finalists-announced-for-the-2013-bbb-torch-awards-41310 Tue, 26 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT It’s traumatic to lose a loved one. That trauma is intensified when your loved one’s identity is stolen. http://tucson.bbb.org/article/identity-theft-of-the-deceased-40998 Tue, 26 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT Consumers aren’t the only victims of fraud. Every year, thousands of small businesses are targets of fraudulent or deceptive sales practices. Protect your business from scams by learning what to look out for. http://tucson.bbb.org/article/watch-out-for-these-small-business-scams-40986 Fri, 22 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT With the UofA basketball team once again making it to the NCAA Tournament, Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona is warning Southern Arizonans who are keen to buy NCAA Tournament merchandise, or will be traveling to the games, about scams related to March Madness. http://tucson.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-of-march-madness-scams-during-ncaa-tournament--40953 Tue, 12 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT During tax season Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona advises taxpayers to take the proper steps to avoid making mistakes when selecting tax preparation help to avoid costly mistakes on their returns. http://tucson.bbb.org/article/southern-arizona-consumer-inquiries-into-tax-preparation-services-up-95-percent-from-year-earlier--40730 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT Social networking is becoming more and more popular and now kids younger and younger are going online to interact. According to Inside Network, nearly 21% of Facebook users are between the ages of 13 and 17 as of September 2011. http://tucson.bbb.org/article/national-consumer-protection-week-tip-of-the-day-teach-children-to-stay-safe-on-social-networks-33158 Wed, 06 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT Spring time is right around the corner and many consumers will want to remodel or repair their home as part of “Spring Cleaning.” Some tasks may not be simple, so consumers may look to hire contractors to come in and do the work. http://tucson.bbb.org/article/national-consumer-protection-week-tip-of-the-day-finding-a-reliable-contractor-33133 Tue, 05 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT From holiday season giving to aiding in recovery efforts at home or overseas, consumers have several opportunities to donate to charity throughout the year. Whether donating your time, treasure or talent, Better Business Bureau reminds consumers to give wisely. http://tucson.bbb.org/article/national-consumer-protection-week-tip-of-the-day-charitable-giving-is-your-money-going-where-you-think-its-going-33087 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT Many consumers own both credit and debit cards, but may not know when to use one or the other. Because there are differences in how debit and credit cards are processed, here are 4 scenarios for when to use a credit card over a debit card. http://tucson.bbb.org/article/national-consumer-protection-week-tip-of-the-day-when-to-use-credit-instead-of-debit-33042 Fri, 01 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona is joining with over 60 federal, state, and local government agencies, and national organizations to promote consumer education during the 15th annual National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW), March 3-9. http://tucson.bbb.org/article/celebrate-national-consumer-protection-week-with-your-bbb-40454 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT Coupons are a great way to trim the cost of groceries and other purchases, and online sites offer dozens of coupons. But Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona advises consumers to be skeptical of higher-than-usual coupon discounts, and other signs that the coupons may be invalid. http://tucson.bbb.org/article/check-for-warning-signs-of-fake-coupons-online-40434