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11/03/2009

Make Money From Home with Google? Not so Fast, Warns BBB

The 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. Because the sites often use the Google name and prominently display its iconic logo, consumers often assume they are getting a job with Google when in fact they were getting taken in by yet another work-at-home scheme.

10/01/2009

Teeth Whitening Product Sold OnLine Wipes Smile Off Consumers' Faces

The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be extremely wary of pervasive online ads offering the promise of a whiter, brighter smile. The BBB has received a recent 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 they didn’t want.

09/29/2009

Credit Repair Organizations and the Law

Credit Repair Organizations have attracted considerable attention as a "problem industry." If you know what to look for, you can discern the good from the bad.

09/08/2009

BBB Warning on Three Scams Targeting Job Hunters

As the unemployment rate rises, so does the threat of scams targeting job seekers. BBB warns job hunters to be cautious in their search for work because scammers are out to take advantage of them.

09/03/2009

Newest Accredited Businesses

The BBB welcomes the newest Accredited Businesses to our organization. Check them out here!

09/02/2009

Council of Better Business Bureaus Names Stephen A. Cox as President and CEO

The Board of Directors of the Council of Better Business Bureaus has named Stephen A. Cox as President and CEO.

08/05/2009

Newest Accredited Businesses

View the list of the most recently Accredited Businesses with the BBB of Delaware.

08/01/2009

Don’t Get Scammed When Participating in the Federal Cash for Clunkers Program

June Pres. Obama signed into law the Car Allowance Rebate System or Cash for Clunkers program. It provides a rebate for consumers who trade in qualifying gas guzzlers for more energy efficient cars.

07/07/2009

BBB Warns Against Three Common Check Scams

Experts estimate that billions of dollars have been lost as the result of fake check scams. Scams involving fake checks come in many different forms and can be very hard to identify as the printing technology used by scammers improves.

07/07/2009

Don’t Fall for the Deceptive Pitch of a Door-to-Door Alarm Salesman

Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be extremely cautious when answering the door to traveling alarm system salespersons. BBB has received complaints from homeowners across North America who were subjected to high-pressure sales tactics and felt deceived by the salesperson into buying an expensive alarm system.

07/01/2009

BBB Small Business Advice: How to Avoid Six Common Advertising Offenses

Small business owners often have to add the title of Advertising and Marketing Director to their long list of duties and may not be aware of the various laws regarding common advertising claims. Creating an effective advertising strategy isn’t just about where and when ads are placed, but also what claims are being made and Better Business Bureau is providing guidance about some advertising phrases that can be misleading if not used properly.

06/25/2009

Newest Accredited Businesses

Meet our Newest Accredited Businesses!

06/25/2009

Take Advantage of Energy-Saving Tax Credits for Your Home

Home improvement season is here and Better Business Bureau is offering advice on how to take advantage of tax credits being offered by the Federal government while increasing home energy efficiency and helping the environment at the same time.

06/02/2009

Effect of GM Bankruptcy Filing on BBB AUTO LINE Cases

Bankruptcy court decides GM may honor its warranties, including BBB AUTO LINE.

05/28/2009

Newest Accredited Businesses

Congratulations to the following companies for becoming newly Accredited by the BBB of Delaware.