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06/05/2013

Cut Down on Junk Mail and Spam

There are a few things more annoying than junk mail, spam and unsolicited calls and texts messages. Not only are these unwanted communications an annoyance, but they can potentially lead to identity theft.

05/03/2013

Solar Panels – Make it a Sunny Decision

Going green is all the rage these days. Sometimes going green can save you money and other times you just have to think of it as helping to save the environment a little bit at a time, with no monetary savings.

01/10/2013

Don’t Let Paperless, E-Receipts Compromise Your Personal Information

Have you ever opted for a paperless, e-receipt? Some retailers and banks have started offering customers the option of receiving receipts from purchases and ATM transactions via email.

01/10/2013

Small Business Tip: Is a Smartphone Credit Card Processor Right for Your Business?

Gone are the days of having to rely on your “brick and mortar” store to drive shoppers to your business. These days, traveling retailers can make a sale with just the touch of a button and the swipe of a credit card via their smartphone.

11/15/2012

BBB Tips for Holiday Budgeting and Shopping

Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday Make Up a Busy Weekend for Holiday Shoppers

11/05/2012

Baby Boom Your Business’ Branding Strategy – Do you Know How to Engage the Nation’s Aging Population?

When looking to create or update the branding strategy for your business, it’s always important to take every demographic into consideration.

11/02/2012

Purchasing a Puppy over the Holidays? Check Your List Twice

What could be more charming than surprising the kids with a puppy under the Christmas tree? Not so fast!

11/02/2012

Tis’ the Season for Holiday Scams – Don’t Let Them Take You for a Swindling Sleigh Ride

Looking forward to the holidays? So are the scammers. As many begin to make their holiday gift list and charity donations, unscrupulous scammers are gearing up.

11/02/2012

Sticking to Your Holiday Budget

With the joy of the holidays comes the stress of over spending…and over-spending.

07/02/2012

Sail Into Wedding Season Confident and Insured

A wedding is supposed to be magical, but anything can happen…even on your Big Day. From a sudden cancellation to stolen gifts to a damaged gown, wedding insurance can help protect you against the unforeseen.

06/01/2012

Don’t Fall Victim to a Father’s Day Shopping Scam

According to the US Census Bureau, there are 70.1 million fathers across the nation – that’s a whole lot of dads, and whole lot of Father’s Day gifts that could fall victim to a shopping scam.

04/05/2012

Brides Can Avoid Wedding Disasters By Checking Vendors Out With BBB

The Better Business Bureau's wedding tips can help brides and their families find reputable vendors and avoid scams.

02/03/2012

Buyer Beware as Shoddy Knock-offs Infiltrate the Internet

For bargain-hunters looking for name-brand items at discount prices online, Better Business Bureau offers advice on avoiding web-based rip-off schemes.

01/24/2012

Look Out for Super Bowl Scams

With the Super Bowl just around the corner, Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be on the alert for knock-off team jerseys, counterfeit memorabilia and phony game tickets.

10/03/2011

Guide to Gift Card Giving: BBB Advice for Purchasing Valuable Gift Cards

With the holiday season right around the corner and the economy putting the squeeze on budgets, many shoppers are going to be looking for the best gift options this holiday season. For those looking to give gift cards to family and friends, BBB is recommending that you do your research before purchasing a gift card.