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06/02/2009

Effect of GM Bankruptcy Filing on BBB AUTO LINE Cases

General Motors has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Bankruptcy court decides GM may honor its warranties, including BBB AUTO LINE.

05/13/2009

Confusion about Auto Warranties Opens the Door for Scammers to Cheat Car Owners Warns BBB

The Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois warns consumers to be alert for deceptive telemarketing phone calls in regard to their vehicle manufacturer on warranty status.

05/11/2009

BBB Advice on Purchasing Wedding Insurance; Avoid Being Jilted at the Altar by Bankrupt Vendors

The Better Business Bureau advises brides and grooms to consider wedding insurance with the number of commercial bankruptcies on the rise.

04/16/2009

PayDay Loan Complaints to BBB Greatly Increase In The Past Year As Economy Worsened

In the past year, complaints to the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois against payday lenders increased substantially.

03/20/2009

BBB Advice on Finding a Financial Planner You Can Trust

Consumers today are more confused than ever about knowing whom they can trust with their money.

11/01/2006

FTC - Before You File for Personal Bankruptcy: Information About Credit Counseling and Debtor Education

The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 launched a new era: With limited exceptions, people who plan to file for bankruptcy protection must get credit counseling from a government-approved organization within 180 days before they file. They also must complete a debtor education course to have their debts discharged.

12/01/2005

FTC - Knee Deep in Debt

Having trouble paying your bills? Getting dunning notices from creditors? Are your accounts being turned over to debt collectors? Are you worried about losing your home or your car?

12/01/2005

FTC - ‘File Segregation’: New ID Is a Bad IDea

If you have filed for bankruptcy, you may be the target of a credit repair scheme called “file segregation.” In this scheme, you are promised a chance to hide unfavorable credit information by establishing a new credit identity. That may sound perfect, especially if you’re afraid that you won’t get any credit as long as bankruptcy appears on your credit record.


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