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06/04/2009

BBB Urges Cautious Cooperation As U.S. Census Workers Start Consumer Contacts

With the U.S. Census process beginning, the BBB advises people to be cooperative, but cautious, to avoid becoming a victim of fraud or identity theft.

06/01/2009

Consumers Receive New Help In Smart Shopping, As BBB Introduces Letter-Grade A+ Through F Ratings System

With the launch of the Better Business Bureau's new letter grade rating system, consumers are receiving help in effectively making purchases with more specific information.

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.

05/04/2009

Scammers Keeping Pace with Technology As ‘Smishing’ Is ‘Phishing’ Done Through Text Messaging

A new form of identity theft, "smishing" is gaining significance in cell phone text messaging. "Smishing" is the practice of sending a text message to steal credit card or identity information.

04/29/2009

BBB Warns Against Scams Based On Swine Flu Fears

The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers of spam e-mail messages which take advantage of the public's H1N1 virus concern. These messages may contain harmful computer viruses or malware.

11/19/2008

BBB Advice Avoiding Dangerous or Toxic Toys This Holiday Season

In 2007, more than 20 million toys were pulled off the shelves as a result of more than 60 recalls – more than twice the number of alerts the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) issued in 2006.

10/01/1998

FTC - Consumer Reports: What Insurers Need to Know

As an insurer, you may use consumer reports to underwrite insurance policies and to screen high-risk applicants—as long as you comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

11/01/1992

FTC - The Credit Practices Rule

If you are one of the millions of Americans who borrows money, buys items on installment credit, or cosigns for another person's debt, you may want to know about the Federal Trade Commission's Credit Practices Rule.


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