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01/04/2013
It’s the season for Publishers Clearing House Sweepstakes and the scams that go along with the real deal are already apparent. Scams typically follow popular news stories in an effort to capitalize on the headlines.
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12/14/2012
Recent activity at the BBB reveals local consumers have been receiving a text message (a smishing scam) claiming they won a $1,000 Best Buy, Target, Wal-Mart, ETC. gift card. The text is actually an offer to apply for a loan.
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12/05/2012
Six Amarillo area businesses have been selected to receive the 2012 Torch Awards for Marketplace Ethics by the BBB of the Texas Panhandle.
The Torch Awards recognizes companies that exemplify ethical business practices. The 13th annual awards luncheon will be Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at the Amarillo Civic Center Heritage Room. Individual tickets are available by calling 379-6834.
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11/28/2012
This holiday season it’s important that shoppers be a bit more careful about what they buy, how much they spend and whether the gift will be put to good use. Another important element to consider before committing to that purchase is the store’s refund and exchange policies.
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11/28/2012
It’s easy to get caught up in the holiday spirit and forget to use your head as well as your heart when making that donation. Taking time to check out the organization fully will ensure your donation is used for the cause you intended and also tell you whether your contribution is tax deductible.
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11/26/2012
BBB Wise Giving Alliance Offers Tips for Holiday Donations
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10/26/2012
Text messages from supposed well known banks trigger questions to BBB but don’t put a scare in seasoned BBB staff.
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09/14/2012
Phone, email and even regular mail solicitors claim you can receive free money, never have to repay the 'grant' and the money can be used for personal needs. They ask for an application and an upfront fee.
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09/14/2012
With fall comes the arrival of county fairs, state fairs, carnivals and other similar events. While these events are fun for the whole family, remember to protect yourself while there. Not only should you watch your pocketbook and keep tabs on your cash, you might also want to take care when signing up for “sweepstakes”, “raffles” or other “giveaways”.
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09/05/2012
Yellow Page Bills That Should Take A Walk; Disaster Relief; Bank Card Phishing Scam; What Should You Do When a Business Closes.
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07/19/2012
There’s a picture in my office with the word “INTEGRITY” on it. The picture is of a lighthouse in a stormy sea. In small print beneath the photos a statement reads; “Those who preserve their integrity remain unshaken by the storms of daily life.”
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07/17/2012
“Hello, Ma’am, we’re going door-to-door selling chocolate bars. Our organization was founded to give kids like me summer jobs so we can stay off the streets and avoid gangs and drugs. Can you help us by buying candy for $5?”
Sound familiar? Every summer crews of children travel across the country peddling magazines, chocolate bars or other goodies.
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07/11/2012
Do some of your summer plans include travel for business, pleasure or a combination? Many businesses regularly receive unsolicited fax, email and regular mail offers for exotic vacations. These offers of Caribbean cruises, Resort vacations, Cancun getaways, etc., sound tempting.
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07/09/2012
It is often said that money is a more intimate topic than religion. Perhaps that’s why when most people spend money they want to spend it on a business and with people who care about them and the business transaction that’s taking place.
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05/21/2012
If you have an expensive job to be done, be especially cautious of these offers. Obtain bids from several companies. Take the time to review the bids and don't always go with the lowest bid. In many cases, you get exactly what you pay for.
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