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10/01/2009

BBB Warns Renters to Be Wary of Bogus Home Rentals Online

Consumers who wish to rent an apartment or home using Craigslist or other online classifieds need to use caution according to your Better Business Bureau.

09/08/2009

BBB Honors Customer Service and Military Service at its Excellence in Customer Service Event

This year at EICS not only are companies that have demonstrated a commitment to outstanding customer service being recognized, but this year your BBB will honor those in service to our country.

08/13/2009

BBB Not in Magazine Sale Business

Your Better Business Bureau has received reports of two men going door-to-door claiming they are selling magazines on behalf of the BBB.

08/05/2009

Car Dealers, Not Consumers, Get Cash for Clunkers

Con artists are taking advantage of consumers who would like to participate in the well-publicized Cash for Clunkers program offered by the U.S. government. It allows consumers to trade their old gas guzzlers for credit towards a new fuel-efficient car. The House has voted to extend the program and the Senate is predicted to do so later this week. In the meantime, your Better Business Bureau advises the public to do their homework before trying to cash in on a new car.

08/04/2009

Seven Businesses to Participate in BBB’s Excellence in Customer Service Award Program

For 15 years, your Better Business Bureau has sponsored a program to allow businesses to examine and improve their customer service process.

06/16/2009

Going for the Green Foundation Classic Golf Tournament

The Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado Foundation and the Air Academy Federal Credit Union Foundation hosted their annual “Going for the Green” Foundation Golf Classic Friday, June 12, 2009.

03/16/2009

U.S. Service Members Expected to Extend Length of Service Due to Economy

Two-thirds of American military personnel have more debt than they are comfortable with, or have gone deeper into debt within the past year.

03/02/2009

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act – BBB Explains the Benefits for Small Business Owners

On February 17, President Obama signed into law the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act—an economic stimulus plan totaling $787 billion in federal spending and tax cuts. For small business owners who don’t want to wade through the actual document, Better Business Bureau offers a summary on some items in the stimulus package that might benefit them.

02/25/2009

Watch Out For Fraudelent Federal Tax Rebate Offers

The United States Small Business Administration (SBA) has alerted the Better Business Bureau about a scam that could potentially affect small businesses.

01/07/2009

BBB Helps Consumers Find Trustworthy Businesses with New ‘Standards for Trust’

Today Better Business Bureau announced the adoption of its newly developed “Standards for Trust.” The eight standards concisely define marketplace behaviors that are contractually agreed to and upheld by BBB Accredited Businesses, and encompass issues relevant in today’s dynamic marketplace such as advertising practices, transparency, online privacy and business integrity.

01/05/2009

Better Business Bureau Announces New Ratings System

Your BBB launched a new method for rating companies, including BBB Accredited Businesses.

12/08/2008

Better Business Bureau Warns Consumers: Beware of Official Looking Documents

It has been brought to our attention that a company is using misleading scare tactics to lure companies into hiring its professional services.

10/21/2008

Gas Saving Devices - Hype or Help

The skyrocketing cost of gasoline has brought about an insurgence of additives and devices that are made to save fuel and/or increase fuel mileage. Your BBB is advising consumers to stay away from gas saving products, parts and modifications that sound too-good-to-be-true and is offering advice on more reliable ways to conserve fuel.

06/27/2008

The Coffee Man Brewing Up Financial Problems for Investors

Consumers who responded to a business opportunity advertisement placed by “The Coffee Man” dba “Continental Java” and “Continental Gourmet Coffee” have found themselves in dire financial straits with more questions than answers.

06/12/2008

Magazine Subscription Fraud, Is That a Renewal or a Ruse?

A local man received what he thought was a renewal bill for one of his favorite magazines. A check was mailed. Imagine the consumer’s surprise when he later read a letter from the publisher of the magazine stating that the invoice he received was not a legitimate offer.


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