BBB News

Better Business Bureau Urges Donor Caution After Tornadoes

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.

The Week in Tweets -- 5-19-2013

Sun, 19 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

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The Week in Tweets -- 5-12-2013

Sun, 12 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

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FBI Issues Cyber Security Advisory That Could Impact All Users of Microsoft Explorer 8

Thu, 09 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

BBB is urging all consumers and businesses to pay close attention to a Cyber Security Advisory issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation regarding a vulnerability in Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 8 browser(IE8)

Document Shredding Day a Rip Roaring Success

Mon, 06 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Once again, your Better Business Bureau helped protect the identity of hundreds of consumers in Colorado Springs at Letter Rip!

The Week in Tweets -- 5-5-2013

Sun, 05 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

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My Last Blog

Wed, 01 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Whether is it a ride on a huge Ferris wheel on a sunny day or a cruise through the blue waters around the islands in the Bahamas; all rides have to come to a close.

The Week in Tweets -- 4-28-2013

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

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Using Mobile Banking Safely

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Is mobile banking safe? That’s a common question.

Companies Beware of Business Directory Scams

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Your Better Business Bureau is warning businesses to be on the lookout for invoices from a company called AYPR Inc. which claims to be based in Duluth, Minnesota

The Week in Tweets -- 4-21-2013

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

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The Week in Tweets -- 4-14-2013

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

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Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado Names New CEO

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Carol Odell is the Bureau’s current CEO. She will retire May 3, 2013.

Domain Names Hijacked

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Do you know that hijacking or sniping domain names is becoming a business and you need to take precautions?

Beware Travelers this Spring

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Now that spring has sprung, so will the advent of the travelers.

The Week in Tweets -- 4-7-2013

Sun, 07 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

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Colorado Springs Residents Offered Fraudulent Positions as “Mystery Shoppers”

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

The lure of being paid to shop is often irresistible to consumers -- and scammers know it.

Online Dating Scams

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Some unscrupulous people make a living pretending they are someone else.

You Are Invited - Buzz with the Bs Networking Breakfast - 4-10-2013

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Join us for Buzz with the Bs, a monthly networking breakfast hosted by the Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado.

The Week in Tweets -- 3-31-2013

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT

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The Week in Tweets -- 3-24-2013

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT

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Outsmart the Thieves

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT

You’ve locked your car. Now everything is safe. Not so fast. You aren’t as safe as you think.

The Week in Tweets -- 3-17-2013

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT

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Identity Theft of the Deceased

Wed, 13 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.

The Week in Tweets -- 3-10-2013

Sun, 10 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

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Toss or Save a Financial Record

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

You’ve been working on getting your financial information together for your tax return. Which papers should you keep?

The Week in Tweets -- 3-3-2013

Sun, 03 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

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Economic Importance of Trust

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT

The word trust plays a huge part in all aspects of our life, including our economic activity.

The Week in Tweets -- 2-24-2013

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT

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