http://easternnc.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=66&id=a824b759-3137-43b5-aedf-a38056bcce73&debug=False 10 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. http://easternnc.bbb.org/article/bbb-small-business-advice-on-fighting-friendly-fraud-12289 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://easternnc.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-renters-to-beware-of-bogus-home-rentals-12292 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Prepaid calling cards may seem like a great value, claiming to provide hundreds of minutes for a few dollars. However many phone cards are so rife with fees and service charges that they deliver far fewer minutes than advertised. http://easternnc.bbb.org/article/make-the-most-of-your-minutes-and-avoid-deceptive-prepaid-phone-cards-12293 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Consumers Stuck with Unused Gift Certificates from Raleigh Spa Closing http://easternnc.bbb.org/article/bbb-offers-tips-for-consumer-affected-by-store-closings-12270 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Free Document Shredding Part of "Secure Your ID" Day http://easternnc.bbb.org/article/bbb-serving-eastern-nc-offers-tips-to-protect-identity-12558 Wed, 09 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. Better Business Bureau suggests people ask themselves a few questions when considering a new venture in direct sales. http://easternnc.bbb.org/article/five-questions-if-direct-selling-is-for-you--12891 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Time is running out for first-time home buyers to take advantage of the $8,000 tax credit set aside for them this year as part of the economic recovery effort. http://easternnc.bbb.org/article/act-now-to-take-advantage-of-the-first-time-home-buyers-tax-credit-12705 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://easternnc.bbb.org/article/boo-scareware-attacks-on-the-rise-bbb-advice-on-how-to-protect-your-computer-12707 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://easternnc.bbb.org/article/defend-your-business-against-the-h1n1-virus-this-winter-12711 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT As the nation collectively tightens its belt this winter, many families are looking for ways to save money without sacrificing any of their holiday cheer. Better Business Bureau is providing advice on how consumers can cut down on spending and reduce household costs in their everyday lives without compromising the fun of the holiday season. http://easternnc.bbb.org/article/bbb-provides-consumers-six-ways-to-save-money-this-holiday-season-7913