http://dallas.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=50&id=a824b759-3137-43b5-aedf-a38056bcce73&debug=False 10 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://dallas.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 Prepaid calling cards may seem like a great value. However many phone cards are so rife with fees and service charges that they deliver far fewer minutes than advertised. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/make-the-most-of-your-minutes-and-avoid-deceptive-prepaid-phone-cards-12323 Tue, 01 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau advises consumers that if they own something of value they would like to pass on to family or loved ones at their death, they should create an estate plan. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/bbb-tips-on-estate-planning-12231 Tue, 01 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Infiniti Vacations, a travel club in Irving, TX, was sued by the Texas Attorney General's office. The business is charged with misleading sales tactices, including misrepresenting BBB accreditation. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/infiniti-vacations-sued-by-texas-attorney-general-12230 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT The Board of Directors of the Council of Better Business Bureaus has named Stephen A. Cox as President and CEO. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/council-of-better-business-bureaus-names-stephen-a-cox-as-president-and-ceo-12242 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://dallas.bbb.org/article/behind-on-car-payments-bbb-advice-on-how-to-avoid-the-repo-man-12325 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Being successful at direct selling doesn’t require any special education or experience but it isn’t for everyone. BBB suggests people ask themselves a few questions when considering direct sales. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/five-questions-for-determining-if-direct-selling-is-for-you-12751 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Don't Get Stuck With A Flood Damaged Vehicle http://dallas.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-of-buying-flood-damaged-cars-12611 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://dallas.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-renters-to-beware-of-bogus-home-rentals-12324 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. BBB gives tips on what to watch out for. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/bbb-small-business-advice-on-fighting-friendly-fraud-12329 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT BBB warns that a college test prep scam falsely tells parents their high schoolers ordered SAT and ACT prep materials. Complaints allege the materials are out of date, and refunds are hard to come by. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/bbb-in-the-news--test-prep-scam-on-the-today-show-12287 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT NBC5-TV, Dallas-Fort Worth, reports that Merchant Technical Solutions targets small businesses. Complaints allege that telemarketers call employees and get them order computer technical support. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/bbb-in-the-news--merchant-technical-solutions-12827 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona is alerting job seekers to Government Careers, Inc.(GCI), a Tucson-based company that helps “government job seekers assert themselves into the government wor http://dallas.bbb.org/article/tucson-company-receives-complaints-from-job-seekers-across-the-country-12976 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT The BBB Dallas local Advertising Review program has earned the 2009 Outstanding Bureau Award for Ad Review, Overall Program. The award was presented on October 6, 2009, at the Annual Assembly of BBBs in Boston, MA. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/bbb-dallas-receives-outstanding-bureau-award-for-local-ad-review-program--12975 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT The sudden closing of Automatic Driving School in the Dallas area has parents concerned about how their teens can finish driver training that's been paid in advance. Better Business Bureau offers tips. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/bbb-in-the-news--automatic-driving-school--12984 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT Bargain hunters who ordered wholesale electronics and clothing from Chinese Internet sites say they never received the items they ordered, the BBB warns. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-that-wholesale-chinese-websites-fail-to-deliver-goods-13109 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. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-of-new-phishing-e-mail-posing-as-bbb-complaint-confirmation-13111 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://dallas.bbb.org/article/food-and-beverage-companies-continue-to-raise-the-bar-when-advertising-to-kids-13165 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT The federal government recently announced the creation of a similar rebate program for consumers looking to purchase new energy-efficient appliances. BBB offers the following guidance to consumers who might be interested in taking advantage of the program. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/cash-for-appliances-is-the-new-cash-for-clunkers-13266 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT With layaway experiencing a comeback, your Better Business Bureau offers the following guidance on how to use this old fashioned payment plan in lieu of credit cards. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/bbb-advice-on-using-layaway-for-holiday-purchases-13271 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau has received more than 1,500 complaints about several dozen Web sites that are trading on the Google name to scam people who want to learn about making money from home. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/make-money-from-home-with-google-not-so-fast-warns-bbb-13273 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://dallas.bbb.org/article/bbb-tips-for-boosting-office-morale--13274 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://dallas.bbb.org/article/five-questions-to-ask-before-donating-to-a-charity-13268 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT Customers of Royal Palms Travel, Inc., a travel club in Dallas, are complaining to the BBB, alleging failure to disclose conditions on a free airfare incentive. Complaints also allege misrepresentation of the promised savings on travel services. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/complaints-on-royal-palms-travel-allege-misrepresentation--13237 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT When a merchant "stuffs" furniture or other goods into a house to sell as if the items are being sold by an individual, that's a "stuffed house". The seller may use a sympathy pitch -- claiming to going through a divorce or moving on short notice, for example -- and may advertise on Cragslist or in other classified ads. Jeannette Kopko, spokesperson for the BBB in Dallas, says these sales are hard to identify. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/bbb-in-the-news--stuffed-house-13322 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT In this recession, the BBB Dallas local advertising review program finds that pricing claims continue to be the most prominent tool in the fight for consumer dollars. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/spotlight-on-ad-review--best-prices-lowest-prices-free-and-packaging--13359 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT Tempted by the promise of travel bargains, customers of Royal Palms Travel, a travel club in Dallas, complain that the savings are not as represented. Jeannette Kopko, BBB Dallas spokesperson, tells CBS11-TV, Ch. 11, about the complaints from customers who paid up to $4,500 for memberships. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/bbb-in-the-news--royal-palms-travel-13406 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://dallas.bbb.org/article/boo-scareware-attacks-on-the-rise-bbb-advice-on-how-to-protect-your-computer-13414 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://dallas.bbb.org/article/defend-your-business-against-the-h1n1-virus-this-winter-12750 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://dallas.bbb.org/article/teeth-whitening-products-sold-online-wipe-smile-off-consumers-faces-13418 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT Individuals across the country are looking for ways to help support the victims and families affected by last week’s tragedy at Fort Hood. BBB advises that it is important to understand exactly where and how your funds will be used. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/supporting-the-victims-of-the-fort-hood-tragedy-13461 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT A letter sent to the St. Louis Science Center claimed that 'John Doe' had won $85,000 in a Canadian lottery. Science Center officials immediately suspected a scam. Some consumers aren't so savvy. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/fake-check-scam-hits-science-center-and-consumers-13496 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT About a dozen Internet companies linked to Adept Results, a company with offices in Pennsylvania and Missouri, are generating complaints from consumers about unwanted products and services. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/bbb-issues-warning-on-web-companies-linked-to-adept-results-13519 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT Verizon based in New York and Villa Springfield Health and Rehabilitation Center located in Springfield, OH – will receive the 2010 BBB International Torch Awards for Marketplace Excellence, which recognizes superior commitment to exceptional standards. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/top-businesses-and-nonprofit-leader-to-be-honored-nationally-by-better-business-bureau-13592 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT Some timeshare owners who are interested in selling their timeshares may turn to timeshare resale businesses. According to customer complaints, Resort Condos Management is making promises it can’t fulfill. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/timeshare-owners-complain-on-resorts-condos-management--13683 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT UPDATE: As of November 24, 2009, Carter Eye Center representatives have provided information which has reasonably substantiated the advertising in question. http://dallas.bbb.org/article/update-carter-eye-center-responds-to-bbb-questions-on-buy-one-get-one-free-offer-12859