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05/03/2013

Make Sure Mom’s Flowers Arrive on Time and Looking Beautiful

Mother’s Day is one of the biggest holidays for gifts, cards, flowers, candy and phone calls. If you’re showing your love with flowers this year, make sure they are on-time and just right.

02/18/2013

Avoid getting stranded this spring break; Book your vacation wisely

A travel agency can make the process of booking your spring vacation quick and painless, but choosing the wrong agency can turn your dream vacation into a nightmare. Better Business Bureau is advising consumers to do their research before booking their next vacation.

02/14/2013

FTC Announces New Videos to Help You Be Secure Online

The Federal Trade Commission has released a series of video tips to help you protect your personal information online

01/23/2013

If It Looks, Smells, Feels or Sounds Like Car Trouble, It Probably Is!

Let your senses tell you when car problems may be at hand!

01/10/2013

Don’t Let Paperless, E-Receipts Compromise Your Personal Information

Have you ever opted for a paperless, e-receipt? Some retailers and banks have started offering customers the option of receiving receipts from purchases and ATM transactions via email.

01/10/2013

Be Brick Smart if You Choose a Brick Home Exterior

When you’re looking to make home improvements, it’s important to balance reliability, cost-effectiveness and attractive design.

01/10/2013

Three Things You Need to Know Before Investing

Investments take risk; sometimes a little, sometimes a lot. But smart investors know that the best way to minimize risk is to educate yourself.

12/04/2012

BBB Tips: Staying Safe While Using Your ATM Machine

You’d better watch out, you’d better not cry! ATM safety is crucial during the holiday season.

11/15/2012

BBB Tips for Holiday Budgeting and Shopping

Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday Make Up a Busy Weekend for Holiday Shoppers

10/11/2012

Children continue to be heavily targeted by identity thieves, BBB warns

A recent study published by Carnegie Mellon University Cylab, a cybersecurity research center, found that children were targeted by identity thieves 51 times more frequently than adults. Better Business Bureau encourages parents to regularly monitor their children’s credit report to prevent devastating damage to their future.

10/10/2012

Don’t get Tricked When Buying Halloween Treats

Looking to buy or rent a fun Halloween costume this season? You’re not alone.

10/10/2012

Auto-Deer Collision? Your Auto Insurance May Cover More Than You Think

With migrating and mating season occurring between October and December, your chances of a single-vehicle accident involving a deer or other large animal just went up. Are you covered?

09/18/2012

BBB Tips: Understanding What That Grade On The Meat Package Means

Grade A Beef. Okay, so what does that mean?

09/07/2012

Protect Yourself from Investment Scams

Before you invest your earnings, it is important to check for scams and verify credibility of the investment firm. Asking questions, research the company, reach out to local investment firms and advisers, talk to other investors. It’s essential to take precaution with all investment opportunities.

09/07/2012

In an Emergency, When Seconds Count, Know Where to Turn

September is National Preparedness Month and what better time to ensure your family’s emergency readiness than with a month dedicated to your safety. Knowing what to do before, during and after an emergency is a critical part of being prepared and may make all the difference when the seconds start to count.