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11/20/2012

Avoid the Pitfalls of Layaway by Understanding Policies up Front, advises BBB

Layaway has become increasingly popular with the challenging economic times. Many find it very helpful during the holidays to be able to spread payments over a period of time, but putting an item on layaway may result in a loss of money or the item itself if you don’t read the contract carefully, warns BBB

11/06/2012

BBB Urges Charitable Donors to Research before they give this Holiday Season

The holiday season is fast approaching, which means consumers are getting ready to ramp up their charitable giving. In light of this, Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona is urging donors to research charities they wish to give to before donating.

12/16/2011

BBB Alert: Five Holiday Scams to Avoid

Consumers who let down their guard during the hectic holiday season can easily fall prey to scammers poised to pounce on careless or overburdened shoppers, Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona warns.

12/01/2011

BBB Business Advice for Tackling Holiday Gift Returns

BBB is advising businesses to make sure that their return policies are simple and solid before tackling customer gift returns this holiday season.

11/18/2011

Avoid the Pitfalls of Layaway by Understanding Policies up Front, advises BBB

Layaway has become increasingly popular with the challenging economic times. Many find it very helpful during the holidays to be able to space out payments. However, putting an item on layaway may result in a loss of money or the item itself if you don’t read the contract carefully.

12/06/2010

BBB Advice: Safe Toy Shopping – How to Avoid Recalled Toys

The toy industry spends an estimated $300 million a year on safety testing and inspection of toys, and approximately three billion toys are sold in America each year issued last year.

11/15/2010

Top Ten Cyber Monday Tips for Staying Safe When Shopping Online

Cyber Monday — the Monday after Thanksgiving — has officially replaced Black Friday as the most popular day to shop for the holidays. The Better Business Bureau recommends 10 tips for staying safe when holiday shopping online.

12/04/2009

BBB and Adobe Rose Inn to Host Holiday Open House

Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona along with the Adobe Rose Inn will host a Holiday Open House this coming Wednesday, December 9, at the Adobe Rose Inn.

12/01/2009

Scam Watch

Every holiday season calls and visits requesting charitable donations rise. BBB urges you to conduct a little research prior to donating to a charity you’re unfamiliar with.

12/01/2009

091201a Don’t Fall Prey to Identity Thieves over the Holidays

Identity theft claimed 10 million victims in 2008, a 22 percent increase over 2007, according to a report from Javelin Strategy and Research. The Better Business Bureau warns that the holiday season provides many new opportunities for identity thieves to ply their trade and offers the following advice on how to keep your identity safe and secure both online and off.

12/01/2009

Don’t Fall Prey to Identity Thieves over the Holidays

Identity theft claimed 10 million victims in 2008, a 22 percent increase over 2007, according to a report from Javelin Strategy and Research. The Better Business Bureau warns that the holiday season provides many new opportunities for identity thieves to ply their trade and offers the following advice on how to keep your identity safe and secure both online and off.

11/24/2009

BBB Advises Shoppers To Shop Smart, Save Receipts

The holiday shopping season is off and running despite a shaky economy. Smart shoppers may be able to snap up bargains before, after and on Black Friday, one of the biggest shopping days of the year.

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.


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