If you are adding or changing your  Medicare  or  Healthcare.gov  coverage during open enrollment, watch out for unsolicited calls claiming to "help" you find the best deal. …

Choosing a business to work with can sometimes feel overwhelming - but it doesn't have to be. Whether you're  hiring a contractor , booking a service, or making a big purchase, a little research …

If you see an ad for extremely discounted Halloween costumes, beware!  BBB Scam Tracker  has received a few reports of phony websites offering deals that are too good to be true …

If you are applying for jobs online, do your research before accepting an interview or employment offer. Job scammers have gotten very sophisticated, convincingly claiming to represent real …

Tapping your card or phone to pay has become second nature for many. It's quick, easy, and you don't even have to hand your card to anyone. But scammers are finding ways to take advantage of this …

Assisted living is one of the fastest-growing types of senior housing in the United States.  Assisted living facilities usually provide or coordinate personal care services, …

September is National Preparedness Month, and at BBB we’re offering a number of tips and resources to help you ensure you’re prepared should major storms hit our area.  Make a …

Flooding  problems from recent flooding and future hurricanes may lead to scam artists attempting to pawn off flood-damaged vehicles as standard secondhand cars. These vehicles typically show up …

The possibility of a cyberattack by a foreign country has gone from being the stuff of science fiction to a common threat that is often reported in the news. While it may seem like there is nothing …

Online purchase scams are the fourth riskiest scam type targeting consumers, according to the  2024 BBB Scam Tracker Risk Report.  July is military consumer month, so BBB shares some tips …

Free trials have become a go-to marketing strategy—especially for subscription-based services—and for good reason. When you shop online, you don’t get to touch, test, or experience …

Want to watch the local high school game? Be aware of sports streaming scams If you’re like me, you are excited that high school football season is almost here. You used to have to go to …

Traditional rental car companies are no longer your only option for renting a ride when you’re  out of town . Car-sharing apps, essentially  Airbnb for car owners , make renting a …

If you want  solar panels , be very careful when evaluating installation offers. Con artists use misleading sales tactics and lies to trick homeowners out of money and personal information. If …

Everyone knows to look for phony emails – they can appear in your email inbox or even  at work . Scammers can easily make messages that appear to come from anywhere, like your boss’s …

Online purchase scams are the fourth riskiest scam type targeting consumers, according to the  2024 BBB Scam Tracker Risk Report.  July is military consumer month, so BBB shares some tips …

BBB offers tips to deal with social media hacks If you think hackers are only after the social media accounts of large companies, think again. Small businesses are  three times more likely …

Like many of us, older adults are often targeted by con artists. Many older victims don’t ask for help until it is too late! Help your friends, family, clients, or patients avoid fraud by …

Ordering online has never been easier — and scammers know it. If you’ve shopped from a  sponsored ad  or  unfamiliar website  and were later told your package is stuck …

If you’ve spent any time on social media, you may have come across ads or videos selling merchandise that claim to support a charity or a local cause. Complete with older adults, adorable …

Free boxloads of merchandise from Amazon or other companies right on your doorstep! What could be bad about getting the Santa treatment all year long? Plenty! Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns …

Achieving financial wellness is crucial for a secure and stress-free life. Whether you're looking to save more, reduce debt, or simply manage your money better, practical and effective strategies can …

The housing market is constantly changing. Whether it’s competitive or slow, if you want to buy a home, you need to be prepared.   As a prospective buyer, you can make your offers on …

Better Business Bureau (BBB) is noticing an increase in calls related to door-to-door sales. Door-to-door salespeople offer  paving services ,  pine straw , magazine subscriptions,  …

The majority of household moves take place between May and August, causing May to be deemed National Moving Month and the official kick off to the moving season. Whether you’re moving …