http://hawaii.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=55&id=21b628ee-1b61-4ebd-8b40-19f6e6b53d32&debug=False&tag=site=55&bbb=1076&firm=36001482 10 Tue, 21 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT In the wake of the devastating tornadoes that ripped through Oklahoma yesterday, and in north Texas last week, Better Business Bureau and BBB Wise Giving Alliance have issued tips to help donors make smart giving decisions and to avoid scams. http://hawaii.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-urges-donor-caution-after-tornadoes-42019 Thu, 09 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB is urging all consumers and businesses to pay close attention to a Cyber Security Advisory issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation regarding a vulnerability in Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 8 browser(IE8) http://hawaii.bbb.org/article/fbi-issues-cyber-security-advisory-that-could-impact-all-users-of-microsoft-explorer-8-41924 Fri, 03 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Memorial Day is a time to honor those who serve and remember those who have died in war. But sadly, it has also become a key opportunity for scammers to target those who are serving or have served their nation, especially elderly veterans. http://hawaii.bbb.org/article/beware-of-memorial-day-scams-aimed-at-military-personnel-41804 Fri, 03 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Do you have unclaimed property? If so, how would you know? Is it worth it to pay a service to help you identify unclaimed property? http://hawaii.bbb.org/article/how-to-claim-your-unclaimed-property-41802 Fri, 03 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Mother’s Day is one of the biggest holidays for gifts, cards, flowers, candy and phone calls. If you’re showing your love with flowers this year, make sure they are on-time and just right. http://hawaii.bbb.org/article/make-sure-moms-flowers-arrive-on-time-and-looking-beautiful-41803 Fri, 03 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT 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. http://hawaii.bbb.org/article/solar-panels--make-it-a-sunny-decision-41806 Thu, 18 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Hawaii's Better Business Bureau announces the recipients of the 2013 Torch Awards. http://hawaii.bbb.org/article/2013-torch-awards-recipients-announced-41458 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT At least one poorly-conceived charity scam has already emerged in the wake of the explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon yesterday, and more are likely. http://hawaii.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-of-charity-scams-offers-giving-tips-in-wake-of-boston-marathon-bombing-41402 Wed, 10 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT When your pest problem gets too big for a flyswatter, a mousetrap or do-it-yourself spray, it's time to call in a professional service. In 2012, more than 786,000 people turned to BBB for information on pest control services. http://hawaii.bbb.org/article/getting-bugged-make-sure-your-pest-management-is-handled-by-a-pro-41312 Fri, 05 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Buying on the secondary market can be useful for non-season ticket holders, occasional fans, or those making a last-minute decision to head to the ball park. But how do you know if the tickets are real? http://hawaii.bbb.org/article/take-me-out-to-the-ballgameand-dont-get-taken-41196 Fri, 05 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT In our tech-savvy world, everything is readily accessible and convenient…even banking. Gone are the days of waiting in line at the bank or even waiting for your computer to boot up. http://hawaii.bbb.org/article/top-five-tips-for-mobile-banking-41195 Tue, 19 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT Hawaii's BBB announces the finalists of its 2013 BBB Torch Awards. http://hawaii.bbb.org/article/hawaiis-better-business-bureau-announces-2013-bbb-torch-awards-finalists-40891 Tue, 12 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB of the Southland, the Better Business Bureau that served the greater Los Angeles marketplace, has been expelled from the national organization, has lost its right to use the BBB name and logo, and was cut off from services provided by CBBB, the umbrella organization. http://hawaii.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-expels-los-angeles-organization-for-failure-to-meet-standards-40894 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT A new phishing scam is making the rounds disguised as a consumer complaint notification from the FTC. If you receive it, just hit "delete." http://hawaii.bbb.org/article/how-fake-ftc-emails-are-tricking-business-owners-40892 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT Most of us have gotten used to charging purchases, large and small, on a debit or credit card. Just swipe the card and avoid the hassle of carrying cash. Look carefully; you may notice a new fee on your receipt. http://hawaii.bbb.org/article/new-merchant-surcharges-on-credit-purchases-40893 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT Most of us have gotten used to charging purchases, large and small, on a debit or credit card. Just swipe the card and avoid the hassle of carrying cash. Look carefully; you may notice a new fee on your receipt. http://hawaii.bbb.org/article/new-merchant-surcharges-on-credit-purchases-41925 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT An attractive, well-kept driveway can help a home make a good first impression, provide protection against flooding, and even add value to your investment. But replacing a driveway can be a costly endeavor. http://hawaii.bbb.org/article/tips-for-driveway-improvements-40895 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT Consumers aren’t the only victims of fraud. Every year, thousands of small businesses are targets of fraudulent or deceptive sales practices. Protect your business from scams by learning what to look out for. http://hawaii.bbb.org/article/watch-out-for-these-small-business-scams-40896