http://evansville.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=105&id=a824b759-3137-43b5-aedf-a38056bcce73&debug=False 10 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT A new money making opportunity that claims to “Multi-level market the Internet” could be nothing more than a pyramid scheme warns Better Business Bureau. http://evansville.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-warns-about-ijango-possible-pyramid-scheme-12288 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT A recent National Foundation for Credit Counseling survey conducted by Harris Interactive® revealed that 45 percent of all U.S. adults feel at most risk for identity theft when making a purchase with a credit card that requires the card to be taken out of their sight, for example, at a restaurant. http://evansville.bbb.org/article/consumers-feel-more-at-risk-for-identity-theft-when-making-certain-types-of-purchases-12556 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Businesses are increasingly becoming victims of “friendly fraud” - fraud carried out by customers to get items free of charge. http://evansville.bbb.org/article/bbb-small-business-advice-on-fighting-friendly-fraud-12289 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT As the economic slump continues, many people are struggling to make ends meet, and unfortunately, vehicle repossessions are now on the rise. http://evansville.bbb.org/article/behind-on-car-payments-bbb-advice-on-how-to-avoid-the-repo-man-12291 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Phony ads for rental properties across the country are cropping up, and are specifically aimed at stealing money from unsuspecting renters. http://evansville.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-renters-to-beware-of-bogus-home-rentals-12292 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Prepaid calling cards may seem like a great value, claiming to provide hundreds of minutes for a few dollars. However many phone cards are so rife with fees and service charges that they deliver far fewer minutes than advertised. http://evansville.bbb.org/article/make-the-most-of-your-minutes-and-avoid-deceptive-prepaid-phone-cards-12293 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT The Council of Better Business Bureaus today announced that Post Foods, LLC has become a participant in the Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative. http://evansville.bbb.org/article/post-foods-joins-bbb-self-regulation-initiative-on-child-directed-food-advertising-12760 Fri, 09 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT BBB advises citizens to cooperate carefully in order to avoid becoming a victim of possible census-related scams. http://evansville.bbb.org/article/bbb-offers-advice-on-how-to-identify-legitimate-census-workers-12923 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT BBB is warning consumers to be extremely wary of pervasive online ads offering the promise of a whiter, brighter smile. BBB has received an onslaught of complaints from consumers who thought they were signing up for a free trial of teeth whitening products but were repeatedly billed for products and services. http://evansville.bbb.org/article/teeth-whitening-products-sold-online-wipe-smile-off-consumers-faces-12759 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau is alerting consumers and businesses about a new phishing attack that resembles an e-mail confirmation claiming the recipient has filed a complaint with BBB about a business. The malicious e-mails first came to the attention of BBB on Thursday, October 15. http://evansville.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-of-new-phishing-e-mail-posing-as-bbb-complaint-confirmation-13033 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative report shows marked progress in 2008 through self-regulation. http://evansville.bbb.org/article/food-and-beverage-companies-continue-to-raise-the-bar-when-advertising-to-kids-13154 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Reducing the amount of junk mail received is one way to reduce the chances of becoming a victim of identity theft. http://evansville.bbb.org/article/bbb-tips-for-reducing-junk-mail-12752 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT BBB Wise Giving Alliance advises donors to research a charity prior to giving and provides five questions to ask when vetting where to contribute this holiday season. http://evansville.bbb.org/article/five-questions-to-ask-before-donating-to-a-charity-13243 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT Office morale can dip as employees face uncertainty about their jobs. Better Business Bureau offers guidance for small business owners on how to keep office morale high in a tough economy. http://evansville.bbb.org/article/bbb-tips-for-boosting-office-morale--13246 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Computer experts are reporting that scareware — yet another sneaky technique used by hackers to steal personal information and spread viruses online — is on the rise. BBB is offering advice to consumers on how to protect their computer and personal information from the threat of scareware http://evansville.bbb.org/article/boo-scareware-attacks-on-the-rise-bbb-advice-on-how-to-protect-your-computer-12707 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Employers play a vital role in preventing the spread of the H1N1 virus and Better Business Bureau offers the following advice to bolster the workplace against the threat of flu this winter. http://evansville.bbb.org/article/defend-your-business-against-the-h1n1-virus-this-winter-12711