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02/05/2010
The week's most popular tweets and links from Hawaii's BBB on Twitter.
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02/01/2010
Even if your credit or debit card never leaves your sight, you could still become a victim of fraud or ID theft. BBB has a four-step plan to resolve the issue as quickly as possible
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01/29/2010
The Dec. 2009 report from commercial credit bureau Coretera, shows more than 18 percent of Hawaii businesses closed the year being owed money. Hawaii's BBB has tips to speed up the payment process.
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01/22/2010
Hawaii’s BBB is warning consumers about phone scammers who are using the BBB name to trick people into believing they have won a prize package.
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01/21/2010
A summary of activities at Hawaii's BBB in 2009.
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01/14/2010
As support needs grow in the wake of the devastating earthquake in Haiti, many people want to donate to a related charity. But not all charities are equipped to help and some might be fraudulent.
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01/14/2010
In the wake of the earthquake disaster in Haiti, donations via text message are very popular. Giving through text can be a safe and easy way to give, but BBB advises that you should still use caution.
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01/13/2010
BBB has released its list of the top 10 scams and rip-offs of 2009. Free trial offers and scams that take advantage of tough economic times dominate the list.
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01/13/2010
Find trustworthy U.S. national charities providing assistance in response to the earthquake in Haiti.
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01/11/2010
Hawaii’s BBB is now accepting entries for the 2010 BBB Torch Awards. Entry forms for local businesses and charities available on Hawaii’s BBB Web site and the deadline is Friday, Feb. 26 at 4 p.m.
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01/08/2010
Promises of easy wealth through cash gifting programs or clubs abound online. BBB warns that cash gifting is not a legitimate way to make money and is nothing more than a pyramid scheme.
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01/06/2010
A monthly summary of activities at Hawaii's BBB.
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01/05/2010
The New Year is here and because of the rough economy, resolve to be a savvy consumer. Hawaii's BBB has the top 10 New Year’s resolutions to fight scammers, prevent ID theft and save money in 2010.
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01/04/2010
Businesses are increasingly becoming victims of “friendly fraud” - fraud carried out by customers to get items free of charge.
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12/31/2009
From charities to identity thieves, many would love to get their hands on discarded computers, and Hawaii’s BBB offers the following advice on how to dispose of an old computer safely and securely.
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