BBB News

The Week in Tweets -- 5-27-2012

Sun, 27 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Here are BBB and BBB Accredited Business headlines for the past week. Follow us at www.twitter.com/bbbsoutherncolo.

Shred Your Cares Away at the Canon City “Letter Rip!” Day

Sat, 26 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Join your BBB for a free document shredding event.

The Week in Tweets -- 5-20-2012

Sun, 20 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Here are BBB and BBB Accredited Business headlines for the past week. Follow us at www.twitter.com/bbbsoutherncolo.

Buzz with the Bs - Breakfast at Trinity’s

Thu, 17 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Buzz with the Bs, a monthly networking breakfast hosted by your BBB, has returned and is better than ever.

Scams on the Move… says Carol

Wed, 16 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

You are moving! That in itself is stressful. So many tasks to do and changes to make. Make sure keeping your posessions safe is stress free.

The Week in Tweets -- 5-13-2012

Sun, 13 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Here are BBB and BBB Accredited Business headlines for the past week. Follow us at www.twitter.com/bbbsoutherncolo.

What’s in it for me? Why should I join the Better Business Bureau?

Thu, 10 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Come to the Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado’s monthly Benefits 101 networking event to find out!

Pack to Avoid Scams… says Carol

Wed, 09 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

When you are packing for those summer trips, think about what you don’t want to take along and what not to do on the trip --- to avoid con artists.

Shred Your Cares Away at the Pueblo West “Letter Rip!” Day

Tue, 08 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Join your BBB for a free document shredding event.

Document Shredding Event a Rip Roaring Success

Mon, 07 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Once again, your BBB helped protect the identity of about 1,350 residents of Colorado Springs at their document shredding event, better known as Letter Rip!

The Week in Tweets -- 5-6-2012

Sun, 06 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Here are BBB and BBB Accredited Business headlines for the past week. Follow us at www.twitter.com/bbbsoutherncolo.

Need to Know, FTC Privacy Rules… says Carol

Wed, 02 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Small businesses and consumers need to know how customer personal information should be handled online and offline.

The Week in Tweets -- 4-29-2012

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Here are BBB and BBB Accredited Business headlines for the past week. Follow us at www.twitter.com/bbbsoutherncolo.

Shred Your Cares Away at the Colorado Springs “Letter Rip!” Day

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Join your BBB for a free document shredding and electronics recycling day.

Putting Ads on Your Car Scam… says Carol

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

You see an online ad. "Earn $400 each month just driving your car." Should you click it?

Your BBB's Top Ten Inquires and Complaints March 2012

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Check out the industries you inquired and complained about most in March 2012.

The Week in Tweets -- 4-22-2012

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Here are BBB and BBB Accredited Business headlines for the past week. Follow us at www.twitter.com/bbbsoutherncolo.

Buzz with the Bs

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Buzz with the Bs, a monthly networking breakfast hosted by your BBB, has returned, and is better than ever.

Internet-related Crimes… says Carol

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

“Robbery by appointment” is a frequently used phrase these days by news writers warning people of Internet-related crimes. These crimes are on the rise nationwide.

Workers’ Compensation Safety Seminar - Hiring and Firing: Best Practices

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Join your BBB for a free, educational seminar with Eric Hall, an attorney with Rothgerber, Johnson & Lyons.

The Week in Tweets -- 4-15-2012

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Here are BBB and BBB Accredited Business headlines for the past week. Follow us at www.twitter.com/bbbsoutherncolo.

What’s in it for me? Why should I join the Better Business Bureau?

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Come to the Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado’s monthly Benefits 101 networking event to find out!

Unethical Conduct Lurking says Carol

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Who is ethical? Who can I trust? Scams and scandals are always in the news.

The BBB Eye - Beautify Your Home On a Budget

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

With the down economy some people are giving up on selling their homes and are remodeling for themselves and others are renovating their home so it has more sales appeal when the market does turn.

The Week in Tweets -- 4-8-2012

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Here are BBB and BBB Accredited Business headlines for the past week. Follow us at www.twitter.com/bbbsoutherncolo.

The BBB Eye - Tips for Selecting a Home Improvement Contractor

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

With the down economy some people are giving up on selling their homes and are remodeling for themselves and others are renovating their home so it has more sales appeal when the market does turn.

The Week in Tweets -- 4-1-2012

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Here are BBB and BBB Accredited Business headlines for the past week. Follow us at www.twitter.com/bbbsoutherncolo.

Tips for Ordering Online… says Carol

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

A friend ordered a prom dress from China through eBay for her daughter. Learn from this cautionary tale.

The Week in Tweets -- 3-25-2012

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Here are BBB and BBB Accredited Business headlines for the past week. Follow us at www.twitter.com/bbbsoutherncolo.

Online Dating Scams… says Carol

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Are you thinking --- who would ever do online dating? More people than you think. But as with anything, you have to be careful so you are not scammed.

Your BBB's Top Ten Inquires and Complaints February 2012

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Check out the industries you inquired and complained about most in February 2012.

The BBB Eye - Getting a Loan for Home Improvements

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

With the down economy some people are giving up on selling their homes and are remodeling for themselves and others are renovating their home so it has more sales appeal when the market does turn.

The Week in Tweets -- 3-18-2012

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Here are BBB and BBB Accredited Business headlines for the past week. Follow us at www.twitter.com/bbbsoutherncolo.

Breakfast at Trinity’s

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Buzz with the Bs, a monthly networking breakfast hosted by your BBB, is returning, and will be better than ever.

Fraudster Calls… says Carol

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

If someone calls you at home or on your cell giving your personal information and names and telephone numbers of relatives and friends, would you think the call has to be legit? Think again.

Your BBB Offers Two Scholarships

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Your BBB offers college scholarships based on an essay about ethics. The deadline for entry is 5 p.m. Friday, June 29, 2012

The BBB Eye - Planning to Remodel Your Home

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

With the down economy some people are giving up on selling their homes and are remodeling for themselves and others are renovating their home so it has more sales appeal when the market does turn.

The Week in Tweets -- 3-1-2012

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 06:00:00 GMT

Here are BBB and BBB Accredited Business headlines for the past week. Follow us at www.twitter.com/bbbsoutherncolo.

What’s in it for me? Why should I join the Better Business Bureau?

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 06:00:00 GMT

Come to the Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado’s monthly Benefits 101 networking event to find out!

Credit Repair Trickery… says Carol

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 06:00:00 GMT

Con artists are offering too good to be true “opportunities” for people needing and wanting to fix their bad credit.

Excellence in Customer Service Application Writing Workshop

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 06:00:00 GMT

Your Better Business Bureau is hosting a workshop on Tuesday, March 13 to help businesses apply for the 2012 Excellence in Customer Service Award.

Your BBB's Top Ten Inquires and Complaints January 2012

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 06:00:00 GMT

Check out the industries you inquired and complained about most in January 2012.

The Week in Tweets -- 3-4-2012

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 06:00:00 GMT

Here are BBB and BBB Accredited Business headlines for the past week. Follow us at www.twitter.com/bbbsoutherncolo.

Is It a Job or a Scam… says Carol

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 06:00:00 GMT

Recently a friend called me about an ad. She is retired and needs to supplement her income and fill some time with a part-time job. Not an unlikely scenario these days with the challenging economy.