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05/17/2012
In celebration of the national BBB system’s 100th Anniversary Year
You are invited to attend BBB Forum on Corporate Responsibility V
Great Business Performance: The Role of Corporate Responsibility. The fifth BBB Forum presents thought leader insights about the latest corporate responsibility trends, in the context of superior business performance.
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05/17/2012
The Better Business Bureau of Metro New York has recently been made aware of a secret shopper scam using names such as “Nielsen Research Group,” “Nielsen Research Team,” and other similar aliases. This company is not associated with the legitimate and BBB accredited business, “Nielsen.”
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05/16/2012
Natural disasters like tornados, hurricanes and earthquakes can bring out the best in people, as strangers reach out to help others in need. Unfortunately, crises also bring out persons who choose to take advantage of the victims. Some of the most common "after-disaster" scams involve damage done to roofs. Whether your roof got hit hard by a natural disaster or just needs to be replaced because it’s old, take certain precautions when it comes to hiring a roofing contractor.
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05/11/2012
May is National Moving Month and the start of the busiest time of year for changing residencies…which means unlicensed movers and dishonest scammers are waiting to take advantage of consumers who aren’t careful. In 2011, BBB received more than 1.3 million moving-related inquiries and more than 9,000 complaints against movers.
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05/08/2012
Better Business Bureau of Metropolitan New York warns consumers that scammers are making phony phone calls claiming to represent the National Do Not Call Registry. According to DoNotCall.gov, “The calls claim to provide an opportunity to sign up for the Registry. These calls are not coming from the Registry or the Federal Trade Commission, and you should not respond to these calls. To add your number to the Registry you can call 888-382-1222.
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05/07/2012
Mother’s Day is almost here! Whether you are ordering flowers, shopping for jewelry, or arranging day spa appointments for the wonderful women in your life, remember to be a smart consumer. BBB sees lots of scams that focus on holiday shopping and warns consumers to proceed with caution before falling victim to a Mother’s Day vender scam.
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05/03/2012
Small businesses and consumers across the country are falling victim to the latest email phishing scam that exploits BBB’s name. The campaign that started yesterday was the second biggest phishing scam in the country.
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04/27/2012
The warm weather is here and many consumers are looking to make home improvements while sticking to a budget. BBB advises consumers to balance purchase cost with energy efficiency, as more efficient windows, doors and skylights can make a big difference in energy consumption over time.
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04/18/2012
Do you spend weeks each spring eagerly anticipating your income tax refund? When the money finally comes in, is it gone tomorrow? You’re not alone. Many consumers view tax refunds as unplanned bonuses, but it may make more sense to plan for that additional income so it doesn’t go to waste. “It is important to remember to use your refund wisely by making informed decisions and according to a plan, ” said Claire Rosenzweig.
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04/11/2012
Understanding your money and how to leverage it is a topic covered in National Financial Literacy Month. The FINRA National Financial Capability Study recently looked at the spending and saving habits of Americans and here is what they found.
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03/28/2012
Whether you are looking to replace your home’s windows, install new siding on your garage, or build a pool for the summer, it’s critical to find a reliable home contractor. In 2011, BBB received over 6,000 complaints against general contractors, which was 11% more than the previous year.
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03/20/2012
Following a few simple rules when selecting a mover will go a long way toward protecting yourself from being victimized by scams this moving season. Better Business Bureau and American Moving & Storage Association (AMSA) recommend doing your homework before selecting a mover.
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03/06/2012
The Better Business Bureau Serving Metropolitan New York has announced its annual Top Ten Complaint Categories, listing those business categories which received the most complaints in 2011.
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03/05/2012
The BBB has received numerous calls and emails about an email that has been sent to businesses and individuals apparently notifying the business that a complaint has been filed against it with BBB of Metro NY
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03/05/2012
In the wake of severe storms that came through the Midwest and South, the BBB offers the following tips to help Americans decide where to direct donations to assist storm victims and their families
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