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CONSUMER WARNINGS!
Beware of Mystery Shopping Scams
Ads for “mystery,” “secret” or investigative shopping jobs are showing up in newspapers across the country. The BBB warns consumers who are interested in these types of jobs to use caution.
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TIPS FOR CONSUMERS
Are You Inundated with Prescreened Credit Offers?
Prescreened or pre-approved offers for new credit card accounts and insurance policies are a staple in many people’s mailboxes. Some folks chuck them without even opening the envelope; others carefully read through the materials before taking action; and many people are not certain exactly what to do.
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U.S. NAVY JOINS BBB MILITARY LINE PROGRAM
The Council of Better Business Bureaus (CBBB) announced recently that it has signed an agreement with the Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) to formally establish BBB NAVY LINE, a program to serve the specialized consumer needs of Navy personnel and their families.
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USED CAR BUYER’S BILL OF RIGHTS TAKES EFFECT
If you are a California resident, listen up! Effective July 1, consumers have a few more legal rights when they buy or lease a used car in California.
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STUDY EXPOSES WHY SENIORS ARE VULNERABLE TO INVESTMENT FRAUD
The National Association of Securities Dealers Investor Education Foundation, in conjunction with AARP and WISE Senior Services, recently released a study that looks at why certain elderly investors are more susceptible to investment fraud than others, exposes the various tactics used by criminals to exploit seniors and offers strategies to help seniors avoid becoming victims.
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BUSINESS CORNER
Nine Outstanding Businesses Named Finalists in BBB International Ethics Award;
Winners to be Announced September 18
Nine outstanding businesses have been selected as finalists in the 2006 Better Business Bureau International Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics competition. The winners will be announced on September 18, 2006 at an awards ceremony to be held in Vancouver, British Columbia.
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GOVERNMENT NEWS YOU CAN USE
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