BBB News

Memorial Day Scams Target Military, Families, Supporters

Mon, 21 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

BBB offers tips to avoid Memorial Day scams that target military personnel, their families, and supporters.

Door-To-Door Security System Sales Leave Customers Feeling Anything But Safe

Thu, 17 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

BBB has received multiple reports of door-to-door alarm system sales in the Spokane/Coeur d'Alene region and offer tips to avoid high pressure tactics.

F-Rated 'Flip This House' Seminar Comes to Spokane and Coeur d’Alene

Wed, 16 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

F-Rated 'Flip This House' Seminar Comes to Spokane and Coeur d’Alene.

BBB Tips for Successful Mother’s Day Shopping

Wed, 09 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

BBB offers tips for shopping smart this Mother's Day.

Naming Names - April 2012

Tue, 08 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Naming names is a monthly release of the BBB's complaint handling activities for the previous month.

Naming Names - March 2012

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Naming names is a monthly release of the BBB's complaint handling activities for the previous month.

Meet FRED, the Financial Resource Education Database!

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

FRED, the Financial Resource Education Database, is a collaborative project between to the two organizations to provide accessibility of financial education programs to Montanans.

Door-to-Door Magazine Sales Spin Stories Around Spokane/Coeur d'Alene

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Blue Diamond Subscriptions based in Phoenix, AZ is soliciting door-to-door magazine sales in full force across the Greater Spokane and Coeur d’Alene region. BBB offers tips to avoid falling victim.

Be Wary of Lawn Service Solicitations - Unlicensed Contractors are Surfacing!

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

BBB has been informed the Jesus DeLeon of Yakima, WA is soliciting his landscaping business without a required L & I License. BBB offers tips to choose a reputable landscaper.

BBB Urges Donors To Do Their Homework Before Giving To Kids' Charities

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) recommends that donors understand where their money is going before contributing to a children’s charity.

Ignore Those Texts! You Didn't Win a Gift Card from Walmart or Best Buy

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

BBB has received multiple reports of spam texts stating that you have either ‘won’ or been ‘randomly selected’ for a gift card from Best Buy or Walmart.

Electronic Pickpocketing: Are your Credit Cards at Risk?

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

New technology now allows criminals to steal your credit card information by passing an RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) reader near your wallet or purse.

SCAM UPDATE: BBB Phishing Alerts

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Businesses are receiving fake BBB Complaint emails that contain malware. BBB warns to be wary of any complaint emails and check with your local BBB before opening.

Naming Names February 2012

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Naming names is a monthly release of the BBB's complaint handling activities for the previous month.

Did You Buy a Lemon? BBB Auto Line Could Help

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 06:00:00 GMT

For more than 30 years, BBB AUTO LINE has helped consumers resolve “lemon law” complaints simply, and without the cost of hiring a lawyer.

Keeping Kids Safe Online

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 06:00:00 GMT

For more than 35 years, the BBB Children’s Advertising Review Unit (CARU) has been helping parents control what their kids see and hear on television, radio and, more recently, the Internet.

Consumer Choice: Control Your Data Online

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 06:00:00 GMT

Information is collected as you search the web and move across various websites but, thanks to a new industry-created program, you have some a lot more control over who gets your information.

Giving Wisely to Accountable Charities

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 06:00:00 GMT

The BBB Wise Giving Alliance helps donors make informed giving decisions, and advances high standards of conduct among charitable organizations

Elea Katzele Chosen As New BBB CEO

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 06:00:00 GMT

Eleanor (Elea) Katzele has been officially elected as the new CEO and President of the Better Business Bureau Serving Eastern WA, North ID, and MT.

Managing Credit, Made Simpler

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 06:00:00 GMT

Credit management is as important as money management. You need to read agreements you sign with lenders, understand your credit score, and manage your credit effectively.

Montana Shred Day

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMT

The BBB, Attorney's General's Office, and the AARP are partnering to bring you FREE paper shredding services!