BBB News

Tornado Charity Scams Swirling Around

Tue, 21 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

AG Ferguson and Sec. of State Wyman Join BBB in Warning of Bogus Charities

Local Victims Lost Millions to Cybercrimes in 2012

Thu, 16 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Better Business Bureau is alerting consumers to the recent upswing in cybercrime dollar losses.

A mother lode of scams

Wed, 08 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Loving sons and daughters looking for thoughtful ways to show affection for moms this year should think twice before opening up hearts and wallets.

Make the Right Move During Moving Month in May

Wed, 01 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

As thousands of people make the move to new homes in spring and summer, Better Business Bureau wants to help with the heavy lifting.

TIMESHARE RESELLER SCHEMES TAKE NO VACATION

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Better Business Bureau and the Washington State Attorney General’s Office are warning of a recent spike in “Timeshare Reseller” scams.

Alaska relocation can be a moving experience

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Many choose this time of year to relocate to or from the largest state in the U.S. Better Business Bureau serving Alaska, Oregon and Western Washington steers shippers in a safe direction.

BBB’s shredding and recycling events reduce local identity theft risks

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

BBB and its partners served 1,192 people and destroyed roughly 36,120 pounds of personal documents as part of Secure Your ID Day on April 20, 2013.

Is there really a problem with those taxes?

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

With the tax deadline looming, taxpayers need to prepare for unexpected emails and phone calls purporting last-minute issues with returns or refunds.

Electronic Company Malfunctions on Home Deliveries

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Washington Business Under Fire for Dropping Deals and Refusing Refunds

Credit Reports Are an Identity Theft Protection Tool

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

During Financial Literacy Month in April, Better Business Bureau reminds consumers to keep track of their credit reports to help prevent identity theft.

Local Statistic Show Growth in BBB’s Services

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

After more than 100 years, consumers are still relying heavily on Better Business Bureau for free reports on companies, charities and more.

30 Steps in 30 Days: April is Financial Literacy Month

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Spenders and Savers Alike “Like” BBBNews4U

Credit Card Processor Charged with BBB Complaints

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Credit card processing service Securus Payments of Portland, Ore., is ringing up a pattern of complaints for sales practices and contract issues.

Avoid the Foul and Reject the Scam

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Whether it’s Gonzaga going all the way or University of Oregon pulling off the upset, Better Business Bureau is warning fans of March Madness scams.

BBB Welcomes New Alaska Regional Manager

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Better Business Bureau serving Alaska, Oregon and Western Washington welcomes Michelle Tabler as the newest member of the Alaska BBB team.

BBB Offers Free Tax Time Shredding

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT

With threats on the rise, Better Business Bureau serving Alaska, Oregon and Western Washington is once again offering free document shredding immediately following the tax deadline.

Online and Offline Scams Target Tax Filers

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Scams and identity thefts are particularly prevalent risks during tax time.

Oregon Student Earns $2,500 Scholarship from BBB

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Better Business Bureau announces that Rachel Hews of Klamath Falls is the Oregon winner of the 2013 Students of Integrity Scholarship for $2,500.

Granite Transformations is BBB’s 2013 Western Washington Business of the Year

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

BBB Congratulates Alaska’s 2013 Business of the Year

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Better Business Bureau awards Midnight Sun Home Care for meeting our Standards for Trust.

Empire Today is BBB’s 2013 Oregon Business of the Year

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Better Business Bureau announces that Empire Today LLC of Wilsonville is the Oregon winner of the 2013 Business of the Year Torch Awards.

Refund Anticipation Loans Come With Risks

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Tax Tuesday: Don’t Bet When Borrowing