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05/02/2013

Connecticut BBB Offers Guidelines for Financial Record Disposal

Connecticut Better Business Bureau recommends you properly secure or dispose of sensitive income tax and other personal documents when you don’t need them anymore.

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.

02/11/2013

Connecticut BBB Recommends Consumers Take Steps to Prevent Income Tax-Related Identity Theft

In a common scenario, a taxpayer will receive a notice from the IRS informing them that more than one tax return has been filed on their behalf or that their refund already has been issued.

12/26/2012

Connecticut BBB Helps Consumers Prepare for Holiday Gift Returns and Exchanges

In some cases, a store may offer a credit rather than a refund and other limitations and exceptions may determine what may be returned and under what circumstances.

11/22/2012

Who is Rachel and Why Does She Keep Calling?

Rachel is considered “public enemy number one” by the FTC, which is offering a $50,000 cash prize for a technical solution to block illegal robocalls.

07/19/2012

Connecticut BBB Advises Consumers to Select a Lawn Service Company Carefully

Over the last year, consumers filed more than 200 complaints against lawn maintenance and landscapers detailing dissatisfaction with services provided or not having performed the expected services

05/17/2012

Memorial Day Scams Target Military, Families, Supporters

Sadly, Memorial Day has become a key opportunity for scammers to target those who are serving or have served their nation, especially elderly veterans.

04/12/2012

6 Tips to Consider Before You Spend this Year’s Tax Refund

Many consumers view tax refunds as unplanned bonuses, but it makes more sense to plan what to do with that new chunk of change to make the most of it.

02/16/2012

BBB Advises Consumers to Shop Around, Ask Questions Before Buying Funeral Services

By educating themselves about the funeral process, taking time to ask questions and comparing costs, families can avoid overspending and are more likely to get the kind of service they want.

02/16/2012

Connecticut BBB Issues Warning about Phony Income Tax Refund Emails

Connecticut Better Business Bureau reminds taxpayers that the IRS does not initiate contact by email or any social media tools to request personal or financial information from taxpayers.

02/08/2012

Connecticut BBB Offers Tips for Smooth Sailing While Preparing Your 2011 Income Tax Return

A bad income tax preparer could cause a lot of headaches and result in fines and extra fees to get a poorly-done job corrected. Connecticut BBB encourages consumers to be careful when selecting one.

11/10/2011

Connecticut BBB Warns of Scams Targeting Military Veterans and their Families

Connecticut BBB cautions military families that the scams come in many shapes and sizes.

01/27/2011

BBB Warns of Phone Calls Claiming to "Fix" Fake Computer Problem

Be wary if you receive a telephone call from someone telling you that there is a problem with your computer. It is probably a scam that can give con artists access to your computer.

03/11/2010

Connecticut BBB Advises Retailers & Consumers to Be on the Lookout for Counterfeit $100 Bills

BBB was alerted about a counterfeit $100 bill that was passed to an unidentified retailer in Southeastern Connecticut.


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