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05/21/2013

BBB Advises Donors to Check Charities Out Before Giving to Tornado Relief Efforts

Donors should heed lessons learned after the tragic shootings at Sandy Hook elementary school and the Boston Marathon bombing – that scammers prey on Americans’ generosity and desire to help.

05/16/2013

BBB’s Five Tips to Avoid Merchant Credit Card Surcharges When out of State

Merchants in most states have the option to automatically pass-on to consumers transaction fees imposed by credit card companies, although by law, they must be identified on receipts.

05/09/2013

Make Sure Mom’s Flowers Arrive on Time and Looking Beautiful

In 2012, BBB received more than 3,900 complaints against florists. Many of the complaints were a result of the flowers being late, wrong, or just never delivered.

05/06/2013

Make Informed Decisions as you Help Prepare for Prom Night and Graduation

A senior prom or graduation can quickly add to a pricey last-minute event. A new survey from Visa, Inc., indicated the average American family plans to spend $1,139 on prom this year.

04/29/2013

5 Tips to Protect Mobile Device Transactions and Personal Information

All mobile devices are at risk of being hacked, however, some methods used to steal personal financial information do not require technological expertise.

04/25/2013

Getting Bugged? Make Sure Your Pest Management is Handled by a Pro

When your pest problem gets too big for a flyswatter, a mousetrap or do-it-yourself spray, it's time to call in a professional service.

04/18/2013

Take Me Out to the Ballgame…But Don’t Get Taken

Buying event tickets secondary market is convenient, but how do you know if the tickets are real?

04/15/2013

Connecticut BBB Tips to Ensure a Safe and Rewarding Summer Camp Experience for Children

A great camp should be an enriching experience for your child, however, camp staff should be well-trained to ensure your child’s health and safety.

04/11/2013

Springtime is Moving Time for Many Renters

Nationwide last year, Better Business Bureau processed more than 8,400 complaints against movers, so it is essential to do your homework before hiring a moving company.

04/08/2013

Connecticut Better Business Bureau Offers Tips to Get the Most from Your Auto Insurance

Drivers should be aware of what their insurance covers, what it doesn’t and how to bring down the cost of their insurance premiums.

04/01/2013

BBB Cautions Consumers About Unsafe Internet Browsers

Internet browsers are the most commonly-used software on workstations and mobile platforms, but they are also used to track our browsing habits and a common entry point for hackers.

03/28/2013

Planning to Tie the Knot?

Planning a wedding involves orchestrating a symphony of vendors, and bridal expos can be a great one-stop shop to find all of the service providers you would need.

03/14/2013

Connecticut BBB says Swindled Investors Have Options at Income Tax Time

The IRS has a revenue procedure that provides an optional safe harbor treatment for taxpayers who experienced losses in certain investment arrangements discovered to be criminally fraudulent.

03/11/2013

The Skinny on Exercise Equipment

Connecticut Better Business Bureau cautions consumers to research exercise products and their claims of quick "amazing results" before handing over credit card information.

03/07/2013

National Consumer Protection Week: Protecting your Computer & Smartphone from Hackers

In celebration of National Consumer Protection Week, your Better Business Bureau urges you to be aware that both smartphones and computers are vulnerable to the same hackers, spammers and malware.