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03/26/2013

Identity Theft of the Deceased

It’s traumatic to lose a loved one. That trauma is intensified when your loved one’s identity is stolen.

08/13/2012

Back to School: BBB Reminds Students to Keep Electronics and Private Information Safe at School

As University of Arizona students prepare to head back to campus, fighting fraud may not be at the top of their list of priorities. Students are susceptible to identity theft, however, and Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona recommends that they take eight steps to protect themselves on campus.

04/19/2012

Identity Thieves Strike Tucson Business

Identity theft crimes are not limited to individuals; businesses can also become victims. Recently, a Tucson business- Happy Tails Travels- discovered this firsthand when they became a victim of business identity theft.

01/11/2012

Resolve to be a Smarter Consumer in 2012

The start of a new year is a great time to resolve to be a smarter, safer consumer. Better Business Bureau has 10 resolutions for 2012 that can help you fight scammers, prevent identity theft and save money:

10/27/2011

Phishing Scam Seeks to Steal Credit Card Information, Identities from Southern Arizona Consumers

Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona is warning of phones calls coming from (718)683-3104, claiming there’s a problem with the call recipients credit card, and that action must be taken to keep the account open.

10/11/2011

BBB Advises Business Owners to Secure Their Online Banking

October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month and Better Business Bureau is advising business owners to protect their identity when using online banking.

08/22/2011

Score a Job – Not a Scam: BBB Advises Job Hunters to be on the Lookout for the Growing Number of Phony Job Postings

Looking for a job? You’re not alone. With unemployment at a soaring rate of 9.2%, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, many job hunters are turning to online job boards to post their resume and search for jobs.

08/12/2011

Seven Tips to Help UofA Students Avoid Identity Theft on Campus

As University of Arizona students prepare to head back to campus next week, fighting fraud may not be at the top of their list of priorities. College students are susceptible to identity theft, however, and Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona recommends that they take seven simple steps to protect themselves on campus.

08/08/2011

BBB Reminds Students to Keep Electronics, Private Information Safe at School

As students across the state are on their way back to school, many of them will carry cell phones, iPads, iPods, laptops and other electronic devices everywhere from the classroom to the car.

07/25/2011

Scam Artists Posing as Law Firm Calling Consumers, Armed with Social Security Numbers

Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona is warning that scam-artists- armed with Social Security and Driver’s License numbers- are calling consumers in Southern Arizona and demanding payment for fictitious loans.

05/23/2011

BBB tips for small businesses during national Small Business Week

In recognition of Small Business Week, Better Business Bureau is reminding Accredited Businesses of some simple things they can do to protect themselves from potential scammers.

01/20/2011

E-Cycle Event Protects the Environment and Your Identity

Cochise County residents 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 at an event scheduled Saturday, Feb. 19 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Ace Hardware, 3756 E. Fry Blvd in Sierra Vista.

04/29/2010

BBB “Secure Your ID” Day Attracts 15,000 Participants

Consumers shred more than 480 tons of sensitive documents for free at Better Business Bureau's annual shredding event

04/26/2010

BBB Offers Steps Consumers Can Take To Reduce Unwanted Mail

Consumers can protect themselves against identity theft and also protect the environment by taking steps to reduce unwanted mail, Better Business Bureau advises.

04/12/2010

BBB Makes Spring Cleaning Safer with "Secure Your ID" Day

Dispose of sensitive paper documents and personal information with Better Business Bureau's free, annual nationwide shred day


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