BBB News http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=114&id=3e3009bc-76aa-480f-879e-2cd7e4cf1164&debug=False&tag=site=114&bbb=1296&firm=22069607 10 Businesses, Be Mindful of Masqueraders Tue, 18 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB Warns of Top 10 Impostors Targeting Businesses http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/article/businesses-be-mindful-of-masqueraders-42539 CONSUMER ALERT: Hurricane Sandy Flood Damaged Cars Washing up in Washington Thu, 13 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT The Attorney General’s Office and the Better Business Bureau today issued a warning that flood damaged cars from Hurricane Sandy are showing up for sale in Washington state. http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/article/consumer-alert-hurricane-sandy-flood-damaged-cars-washing-up-in-washington-42464 Elder Abuse and Exploitation Thu, 13 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT Look For Warning Signs and Safe Facilities http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/article/elder-abuse-and-exploitation-42467 Weight Loss Complainants Lose Cash, Not Weight. Tue, 04 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT Losing weight without diet or exercise right before summer sounds enticing, but Better Business Bureau warns that weight loss products weigh on consumers more than other types of fraud. http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/article/weight-loss-complainants-lose-cash-not-weight-42231 If You Build It, Complaints May Come Thu, 30 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Contractor Complaints Climb; BBB Issues Alert with WA L & I http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/article/if-you-build-it-complaints-may-come-42168 Local Industries Under Military Complaint Fire Thu, 23 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB Offers Financial Education to Military Members and Families http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/article/local-industries-under-military-complaint-fire-42082 Tornado Charity Scams Swirling Around Tue, 21 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT AG Ferguson and Sec. of State Wyman Join BBB in Warning of Bogus Charities http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/article/tornado-charity-scams-swirling-around-42024 Local Victims Lost Millions to Cybercrimes in 2012 Thu, 16 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau is alerting consumers to the recent upswing in cybercrime dollar losses. http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/article/local-victims-lost-millions-to-cybercrimes-in-2012-41936 A mother lode of scams Wed, 08 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Loving sons and daughters looking for thoughtful ways to show affection for moms this year should think twice before opening up hearts and wallets. http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/article/a-mother-lode-of-scams-41800 Make the Right Move During Moving Month in May Wed, 01 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT As thousands of people make the move to new homes in spring and summer, Better Business Bureau wants to help with the heavy lifting. http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/article/make-the-right-move-during-moving-month-in-may-41608 TIMESHARE RESELLER SCHEMES TAKE NO VACATION Fri, 26 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau and the Washington State Attorney General’s Office are warning of a recent spike in “Timeshare Reseller” scams. http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/article/timeshare-reseller-schemes-take-no-vacation-41534 Alaska relocation can be a moving experience Thu, 25 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Many choose this time of year to relocate to or from the largest state in the U.S. Better Business Bureau serving Alaska, Oregon and Western Washington steers shippers in a safe direction. http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/article/alaska-relocation-can-be-a-moving-experience-41525 BBB’s shredding and recycling events reduce local identity theft risks Wed, 24 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB and its partners served 1,192 people and destroyed roughly 36,120 pounds of personal documents as part of Secure Your ID Day on April 20, 2013. http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/article/bbbs-shredding-and-recycling-events-reduce-local-identity-theft-risks-41504 Is there really a problem with those taxes? Mon, 15 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT With the tax deadline looming, taxpayers need to prepare for unexpected emails and phone calls purporting last-minute issues with returns or refunds. http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/article/is-there-really-a-problem-with-those-taxes-41349 Electronic Company Malfunctions on Home Deliveries Thu, 11 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Washington Business Under Fire for Dropping Deals and Refusing Refunds http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/article/electronic-company-malfunctions-on-home-deliveries-41293 Credit Reports Are an Identity Theft Protection Tool Mon, 08 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT During Financial Literacy Month in April, Better Business Bureau reminds consumers to keep track of their credit reports to help prevent identity theft. http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/article/credit-reports-are-an-identity-theft-protection-tool-41239 Local Statistic Show Growth in BBB’s Services Wed, 03 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT After more than 100 years, consumers are still relying heavily on Better Business Bureau for free reports on companies, charities and more. http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/article/local-statistic-show-growth-in-bbbs-services-41125 30 Steps in 30 Days: April is Financial Literacy Month Mon, 01 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Spenders and Savers Alike “Like” BBBNews4U http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/article/30-steps-in-30-days-april-is-financial-literacy-month--41076 Credit Card Processor Charged with BBB Complaints Wed, 27 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT Credit card processing service Securus Payments of Portland, Ore., is ringing up a pattern of complaints for sales practices and contract issues. http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/article/credit-card-processor-charged-with-bbb-complaints-41021