November 2008   VOLUME 1 ISSUE 70  
BBB Scoreboard
Total Reports Issued:
September - 39,034
October - 38,967

Complaints Processed:
September - 624
October - 617

BBB OnLine Hits:
September - 15,819
October - 17,811
In This Issue
Do you have the CORRECT BBB Online Logo?
Enjoy the Inauguration:
Check out these companies with unanswered complaints
Watch for Request-a-Quotes:
Let's welcome new Accredited Businesses:
Arbitrators needed for Kern County
BBB exposes unlicensed contractors
Bureau Links
BBB Website
BBB Mediation Services
Member Roster
WiseGiving Alliance
Inquire About a Company
BBBOnLine
Consumer Links
Federal Trade Commission
Dept. of Consumer Affairs
Contractors State License Board
Bureau of Automotive Repair
Federal Communications Commision
Do you have the CORRECT BBB Online Logo?
7 in 10 consumers say they want to do business with BBB Accredited Businesses

Do you have a web site? Do you want to attract potential customers from the billion-plus people worldwide who now have Internet access for business and shopping? Are you using the correct logo to convey your marketplace ethics?
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Enjoy the Inauguration:
But beware of ticket scams

A record number of Americans want to attend the inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama but, with only 250,000 tickets up for grabs, your Better Business Bureau is advising the public that purchasing scalped tickets could leave you out in the cold with empty pockets on Inauguration Day.
 
So how does someone get a ticket to the most popular event of 2009? The Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies is responsible for divvying out tickets to Congressional representatives. It is then up to the Congressmen and woman to hand out the tickets—which are free—to constituents the day before the inauguration.


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Check out these companies with unanswered complaints

The Better Business Bureau does not promote any business or services. Instead, our goal is to protect consumers from dishonest, misleading, and potential scamming companies. The BBB promotes equal treatment, truth in advertising, honesty, integrity, courtesy and excellent service to customers. Below, you will find companies with unanswered complaints that have been filed with the BBB.

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Watch for Request-a-Quotes:
Your BBB wants to drive business your way!

Now buying has gotten even easier!
 
Consumers in Central California can use BBB® Request-a-Quote to get free product and service information and prices from BBB Accredited Businesses.  

Using the Request-a-Quote form consumers can:
 
•   Select all or individual Accredited Businesses to send requests to
 
•   Provide a brief description of service(s) or product(s) needed

•    Receive your quote(s) from reliable BBB businesses in Central California
 
Be sure to tell your family and friends in Central California, to let them know about this great service from participating BBB Accredited Businesses.
 

 
Let's welcome new Accredited Businesses:
The following companies applied for accreditation in September, 2008

It's always an honor to welcome new businesses to your Better Business Bureau serving Central California. Please take a look at the list of new Accredited Businesses in your town and make it a point to do business with them whenever possible.
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Arbitrators needed for Kern County

Your Better Business Bureau serving Central California would like to offer members of business professions a unique opportunity to serve your community while enhancing your professional credentials.  


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BBB exposes unlicensed contractors

Having a problem with your contractor?  Do you know if the contractor’s license is valid?  The Better Business Bureau (BBB) in Central California has found an ongoing problem with local unlicensed contractors conducting work over the state’s limit for charges.
         


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