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11/25/2009
Vacuum cleaner salespeople posing as authorized dealers of The Kirby Company have been targeting senior citizens in Eastern Missouri, attempting to get them to pay for old, often broken vacuums.
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11/24/2009
The holiday shopping season is off and running despite a shaky economy. Smart shoppers may be able to snap up bargains before, after and on Black Friday, one of the biggest shopping days of the year.
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11/19/2009
The CARS, or Cash for Clunkers, program and the Chrysler and General Motors bankruptcy agreements have headlined a very busy year for auto manufacturers and new car owners. The U.S. Department of Transportation reports nearly 700,000 vehicles were purchased through Cash for Clunkers at a value of over $2.8 billion. With so many new vehicles on the road, BBB reminds new car owners that BBB AUTO LINE® provides dispute resolution for manufacturer warranty issues that may arise under the Lemon Law.
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11/12/2009
The St. Louis BBB hails the Missouri Attorney General's lawsuits against six auto service companies as "a new and very clear warning" to an industry that has sparked thousands of consumer complaints.
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11/11/2009
A letter sent to the St. Louis Science Center claimed that 'John Doe' had won $85,000 in a Canadian lottery. Science Center officials immediately suspected a scam. Some consumers aren't so savvy.
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11/11/2009
About a dozen Internet companies linked to Adept Results, a company with offices in Pennsylvania and Missouri, are generating complaints from consumers about unwanted products and services.
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11/10/2009
Individuals across the country are looking for ways to help support the victims and families affected by last week’s tragedy at Fort Hood. Initially, supporters were encouraged to donate blood to help victims. As options for monetary donations in support of victims and their families become available, it is important to understand exactly where and how your funds will be used.
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11/04/2009
As many consumers consider making end-of-year donations to their favorite charities, the Better Business Bureau's (BBB) Winter 2009 Wise Giving Guide is a ready source of guidance.
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11/02/2009
Hawaii’s BBB warns consumers to be skeptical of Web sites and e-mails promoting swine flu prevention products. At best, they don’t work. At worst, they’re dangerous. Get tips to avoid swine flu scams.
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09/22/2009
A recent National Foundation for Credit Counseling survey conducted by Harris Interactive® revealed that 45 percent of all U.S. adults feel at most risk for identity theft when making a purchase with a credit card that requires the card to be taken out of their sight, for example, at a restaurant.
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07/11/2008
U.S. marketing company is charging online shoppers every month without their knowledge
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