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02/18/2013
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.
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02/11/2013
Upstate, SC – February 11, 2013 – With Valentine’s Day less than a week away, many consumers are still searching for that perfect last minute gift or way to show affection for their significant other. Some are even still hoping to find a special person to share the holiday with. Unfortunately, scam artists take advantage of the heightened emotions and communication that takes place surrounding this holiday of love.
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02/11/2013
Behind candy, flowers are the second most popular gift to give on Valentine’s Day. According to the National Retail Federation, an estimated 36.6 percent of consumers will give flowers to their loved ones on Thursday, with total spending expected to top $1.9 billion.
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01/02/2013
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01/02/2013
Upstate, SC — The holidays are over and consumers are turning their thoughts toward making 2013 better than 2012. According to USA.gov, one of the most common New Years’ resolutions is to get fit. Gyms and fitness centers are more than happy to accommodate, offering countless promotions and deals to get people through the door and into a contract.
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12/31/2012
Better Business Bureau is challenging consumers to be smarter, safer consumers in 2013. By following these 10 simple New Year’s resolutions, consumers will be prepared to combat scammers and protect themselves from fraud:
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12/06/2012
Five infant deaths have been linked to Nap Nanny recliners, and 70 consumers have filed complaints after their babies fell out of the recliners.
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12/06/2012
December is a critical fundraising month for charities. Many people make year-end gifts for tax reasons, or to extend the spirit of thanksgiving and generosity to those less fortunate.
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12/06/2012
Gift cards may take the guess work out of gift giving, but you sure don’t want to leave the recipient feeling bamboozled.
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12/06/2012
Get Educated, Get Ho-Ho-Home Safely
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12/05/2012
Back in the day, lawn darts were the height of toy fashion. Now, parents gasp at the idea of giving their children a flying projectile with a sharp metal point. Safety has become paramount to both toy manufacturers and law makers.
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11/30/2012
Consumers Who “Call Now” May Get More Than They Bargained For
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06/18/2012
There are circumstances that could force you to cancel your trip, return home early or require you to seek emergency medical treatment while traveling.
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06/07/2012
CHICAGO, IL – June 7, 2012 - Many students are off for summer break and find themselves searching for temporary work. The Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern Illinois (BBB) is warning high school and university students looking for work this summer to avoid common job scams.
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12/30/2011
What do rebate and refund policies have in common, particularly this time of year? They're a source of confusion and aggravation for consumers who didn't fully understand them when making a purchase.
An editor at Consumer Reports estimated that 40 percent or more of people who are enticed to buy a product by the offer of a rebate never get it because they fail to meet processing requirements. Others simply forget to file for the rebate.
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