Better Business Bureau.
American organization
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 101
What's happening
Active this week
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The Better Business Bureau and the Federal Trade Commission have jointly issued warnings regarding sophisticated fraud schemes.Well supported4 reports4 developments inside
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A report was written from Eden Prairie involving the Better Business Bureau.Some support1 report
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The Better Business Bureau has issued a recommendation advising consumers to utilize Kelley Blue Book for price research.Some support1 report
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BBB advises customers in South Bend while local businesses like Angelo's Family Restaurant and La Paz Diner operate there.Some support1 report
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The Better Business Bureau is monitoring business practices in Ypsilanti, which is located in the state of Michigan.Some support1 report
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Businesses in Carrollton are reporting financial losses due to the circulation of counterfeit bills, leading the BBB to issue warnings to the community.Some support1 report
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Consumer complaints regarding overcharging are common in Southern California, illustrating consumer vulnerability.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Consumer advocates are monitoring platform communication issues involving the Better Business Bureau and Airbnb.Some support1 report
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BBB received scam reports from a consumer in O'Fallon.Some support1 report
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The Better Business Bureau disagrees with a business's claimed location in Canfield.Some support2 reports
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The Better Business Bureau advises the public to report scams to law enforcement.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Better Business Bureau utilizes FBI data to inform consumer recommendations.Some support1 report
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Sunrun received an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.Some support1 report
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Case study highlights risks of predatory sales pitches involving the Better Business Bureau in Springfield.Some support1 report
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The Better Business Bureau is warning residents of the Valley about various scams in the McAllen area.Some support1 report
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BBB warns residents about post-storm hiring scams following infrastructure failure in San Antonio.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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The Better Business Bureau and National Consumer Law Center reported on financial fraud trends, with Patrick Crotty explaining NCLC's policy proposals.Some support1 report
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The Better Business Bureau recognized A1 Garage Door Service for its commitment to integrity.Some support1 report
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The Better Business Bureau monitors fraudulent job scams advertised on job board platforms in North Alabama.Some support1 report
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Todd Rokita, serving as Indiana Attorney General, recommended using the Better Business Bureau for contractor verification.Well supported4 reports
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The Better Business Bureau is reporting on ongoing scam issues affecting the Spokane area.Some support1 report
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The Better Business Bureau and Trustpilot are being utilized for independent customer reviews, while secure payment processors like PayPal handle legitimate purchases.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Dollar Tree's accreditation status with the BBB and its ratings on Trustpilot are reported.Some support1 report
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The Better Business Bureau is advising donors on how to contribute to relief efforts for both the ongoing Spokane fires and the earthquake in Colombia.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Better Business Bureau is tracking patterns related to moving scams.Some support1 report
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The Better Business Bureau has urged the public to remain vigilant regarding scams involving fake QR codes.Some support1 report
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The Better Business Bureau and Hamilton County Sheriff are addressing the rise in financial fraud targeting adults.Some support1 report
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The Better Business Bureau is tracking storm damage and the affected victims.Some support1 report
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Scammers impersonated essential services, involving the Better Business Bureau and Evergy.Some support1 report
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The Better Business Bureau and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation have jointly issued warnings about fake online stores.Some support1 report
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A company received an F-rating from the Better Business Bureau.Some support2 reports
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BBB advises consumers on tax-free shopping weekend in Tennessee.Some support1 report
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The Better Business Bureau has issued warnings regarding local scams in Yonkers.Some support1 report
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The Better Business Bureau provided services to drivers in western Virginia.Some support1 report1 development inside
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BBB serving Central Virginia has established a mailing address in Fredericksburg.Some support2 reports
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The Better Business Bureau maintains a presence and supports businesses across several Western US states.Some support1 report
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The Better Business Bureau and the Bureau of Labor Statistics are providing information regarding the topic of childcare workers.Some support1 report
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Governor DeWine urges residents to utilize the state's sales tax holiday while the BBB provides consumer tips regarding online shopping scams in Ohio.Some support5 reports
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Scammers are using TikTok to impersonate Webber's mobile home business, leading to BBB receiving calls regarding fraud.Some support1 report
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BBB issued a scam alert in Alberta province.Some support3 reports
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Amazon features Apple products in Prime Day deals while also facing brand reputation exploitation by scammers.Well supported3 reports3 developments inside
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Scammers are exploiting post-disaster vulnerabilities through fraudulent contractors.Well supported3 reports
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Philip Farina founded Risky Business, while the PA Attorney General's Office provides a contractor database, and Andrew Goode is COO of the Better Business Bureau.Some support1 report
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The Better Business Bureau issued warnings to residents regarding scams and flood risks in Southern Illinois and Southeast Missouri.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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The Better Business Bureau has rated Choice Home Warranty one star, and the company is currently being sued by the Arizona state attorney general.Some support1 report
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The Better Business Bureau is receiving reports concerning PayPal transactions, and the BBB's St. Louis president is based in Springfield.Some support1 report
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A family in Wythe County was targeted by a scam, involving MoneyGram payments, and the Better Business Bureau commented on the situation.Some support1 report
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Scams are circulating using the images of celebrities, including Bill Gates, falsely claiming he endorses a honey remedy.Some support2 reports
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BBB warns consumers about scams related to the disaster in Venezuela.Some support1 report
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The Better Business Bureau warns consumers about scams that are circulating during US anniversary celebrations.Some support1 report
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BBB advises residents of South Dakota regarding storm repair scams.Some support1 report
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BBB report tracks increase in impersonation scams involving Amazon.Well supported6 reports
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Donors are using Google and the Better Business Bureau to find and verify relief efforts in Venezuela.Some support1 report
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A person named Bolin worked for the Better Business Bureau while it was located in Putnam County.Some support1 report
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The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is discussing potential dangers associated with Prime Day with the Associated Press (AP).Some support1 report
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Regulators raised concerns about AI risks involving the Better Business Bureau in Tennessee.Some support1 report
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BBB president advises on fraud prevention.Some support1 report
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Scams are impersonating companies based in Seattle, while experts comment on job market vulnerabilities.Some support1 report
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A candidate's business history was scrutinized using public records, involving the Better Business Bureau in South Dakota.Some support1 report
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BBB and FTC advise on consumer protection, while Chuck Bell serves as programs director for advocacy at Consumer Reports.Well supported3 reports
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Around Better Business Bureau this week
News at the entities that move Better Business Bureau most-
Paul Pate StructuralPaul Pate discussed election security at the University of Northern Iowa on September 22, 2026.Moves Better Business Bureau
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FBI OperationalKash Patel is confirmed as the FBI Director, while former deputy director Andrew Bailey returns to Missouri.Moves Better Business Bureau
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Trustpilot OperationalThe Alloy Market uses FedEx for shipping and Trustpilot for customer reviews.Moves Better Business Bureau
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Airbnb OperationalJim Pearce identified Airbnb as a stock success story.Moves Better Business Bureau
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Indiana Shared contextA new agricultural strategy initiative in Indiana was developed in partnership with the Indiana Economic Development Association and supported by Duke Energy.Moves Better Business Bureau
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Amazon Mentioned togetherNvidia is expanding its platform deployment across major cloud providers, including Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure.Moves Better Business Bureau
Connections
The 40 strongest of 101, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Wheeler Structural
Wheeler holds the formal leadership role of President for the Better Business Bureau.
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Melissa Ames Structural
Melissa Ames serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Better Business Bureau.
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Dollar Tree Structural
Dollar Tree does not meet the accreditation standards set by the Better Business Bureau.
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Rocket Mortgage Mentioned together
BBB formally assessed Rocket Mortgage and assigned it an A+ rating.
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Consumer Reports Operational
Consumer Reports actively directs consumers to utilize ratings and information provided by the Better Business Bureau.
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FBI Operational
BBB advises law enforcement bodies, including the FBI, regarding the reporting of scams and fraud.
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Paul Pate Structural
The relationship is a formal partnership between the Better Business Bureau and the office of the Secretary of State of Iowa.
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Ron Brown Transactional
BBB assessed the business entity of Ron Brown (Knight Fence) prior to its operational shutdown.
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Mason Structural
Mason holds the leadership role of president of the Better Business Bureau, providing expert advice on issues like fraud prevention.
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Advance Financial Structural
The BBB acted as a rating agency for Advance Financial, assigning it an A+ rating.
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Benavides Structural
Benavides serves as a functional representative for the Better Business Bureau.
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Arizona Shared context
The company has established a physical presence and operational base within the state of Arizona.
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Trustpilot Operational
Both companies operate as independent platforms where customers submit and utilize reviews.
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Sunrun Operational
Better Business Bureau provides a rating to Sunrun.
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Airbnb Operational
BBB monitors Airbnb's platform operations and communication issues as part of its consumer advocacy function.
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Yonkers Shared context
The Better Business Bureau issues warnings regarding local scams prevalent in the context of Yonkers.
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National Consumer Law Center Mentioned together
Both organizations are known to report on and monitor financial fraud trends affecting consumers.
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North Alabama Shared context
The Better Business Bureau monitors fraudulent job scams within the region of North Alabama.
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Colombia Shared context
BBB advises donors on how to contribute to relief efforts in Colombia following an earthquake.
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Evergy Mentioned together
The Better Business Bureau advises on scams impersonating essential services, which includes Evergy.
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ZipRecruiter Operational
The BBB monitors and tracks fraudulent or scam advertisements posted on the job board platforms used by ZipRecruiter.
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Google Mentioned together
BBB issues warnings and advice to consumers regarding fraudulent activities observed on Google's search platform.
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O'Fallon Shared context
The Better Business Bureau receives consumer scam reports originating from the O'Fallon area.
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Donna Mentioned together
The Better Business Bureau receives calls regarding impersonation scams associated with Donna.
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South Bend Shared context
BBB functions as a service provider whose operational reach includes advising customers within the South Bend area.
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Carrollton Shared context
BBB provides advisory services regarding business risks, such as counterfeit bills, specific to the operational context of Carrollton.
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Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Mentioned together
Both agencies are cited together in warnings regarding consumer risks associated with fake online stores.
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Indiana Shared context
BBB serves as a fraud reporting resource in Indiana, which actively urges the public to use its verification services.
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North Carolina Shared context
BBB provides consumer services utilized by residents within the geographic context of North Carolina.
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Tennessee Shared context
Better Business Bureau operates within the regulatory and consumer context of Tennessee.
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Alberta Shared context
The Better Business Bureau operates within Alberta to issue scam alerts and warn residents and businesses about local fraud.
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British Columbia Shared context
The Better Business Bureau operates within the regulatory and geographic context of British Columbia.
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Bruce Willis Mentioned together
BBB issues warnings regarding the impersonation of Bruce Willis via deepfake technology.
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Bureau of Labor Statistics Mentioned together
Both organizations are cited for providing information regarding childcare workers.
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Anderson Cooper Mentioned together
The Better Business Bureau is issuing alerts regarding deepfake threats targeting Anderson Cooper's professional persona.
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Amazon Mentioned together
The Better Business Bureau tracks and reports on consumer scams that exploit Amazon's brand reputation.
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Walmart Operational
The CEO of the Better Business Bureau uses its platform to comment on brand misuse issues affecting customers, including those related to Walmart.
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Hamilton County Sheriff Operational
The Better Business Bureau and Hamilton County Sheriff are mentioned together in the context of addressing financial fraud.
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McAllen Shared context
The Better Business Bureau issues warnings regarding issues affecting residents in the McAllen area.
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Kelley Blue Book Mentioned together
BBB recommends KBB as a resource for consumers researching prices and automotive market data.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
14 events- A report was written from Eden Prairie involving the Better Business Bureau.
- The Better Business Bureau has issued a recommendation advising consumers to utilize Kelley Blue Book for price research.
- BBB advises customers in South Bend while local businesses like Angelo's Family Restaurant and La Paz Diner operate there.
- The Better Business Bureau is monitoring business practices in Ypsilanti, which is located in the state of Michigan.
- Businesses in Carrollton are reporting financial losses due to the circulation of counterfeit bills, leading the BBB to issue warnings to the community.
- Consumer complaints regarding overcharging are common in Southern California, illustrating consumer vulnerability.
- Consumer advocates are monitoring platform communication issues involving the Better Business Bureau and Airbnb.
- BBB received scam reports from a consumer in O'Fallon.
- The Better Business Bureau disagrees with a business's claimed location in Canfield.
- The Better Business Bureau utilizes FBI data to inform consumer recommendations.
- Sunrun received an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
- Case study highlights risks of predatory sales pitches involving the Better Business Bureau in Springfield.
- The Better Business Bureau is warning residents of the Valley about various scams in the McAllen area.
- BBB warns residents about post-storm hiring scams following infrastructure failure in San Antonio.
August 2026
13 events- The Better Business Bureau and National Consumer Law Center reported on financial fraud trends, with Patrick Crotty explaining NCLC's policy proposals.
- The Better Business Bureau recognized A1 Garage Door Service for its commitment to integrity.
- The Better Business Bureau monitors fraudulent job scams advertised on job board platforms in North Alabama.
- Todd Rokita, serving as Indiana Attorney General, recommended using the Better Business Bureau for contractor verification.
- The Better Business Bureau is reporting on ongoing scam issues affecting the Spokane area.
- Dollar Tree's accreditation status with the BBB and its ratings on Trustpilot are reported.
- The Better Business Bureau is advising donors on how to contribute to relief efforts for both the ongoing Spokane fires and the earthquake in Colombia.
- The Better Business Bureau is tracking patterns related to moving scams.
- The Better Business Bureau has urged the public to remain vigilant regarding scams involving fake QR codes.
- The Better Business Bureau and Hamilton County Sheriff are addressing the rise in financial fraud targeting adults.
- The Better Business Bureau is tracking storm damage and the affected victims.
- Scammers impersonated essential services, involving the Better Business Bureau and Evergy.
- The Better Business Bureau and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation have jointly issued warnings about fake online stores.
July 2026
15 events- The Better Business Bureau and Trustpilot are being utilized for independent customer reviews, while secure payment processors like PayPal handle legitimate purchases.
- A company received an F-rating from the Better Business Bureau.
- BBB advises consumers on tax-free shopping weekend in Tennessee.
- The Better Business Bureau has issued warnings regarding local scams in Yonkers.
- BBB serving Central Virginia has established a mailing address in Fredericksburg.
- The Better Business Bureau maintains a presence and supports businesses across several Western US states.
- The Better Business Bureau and the Bureau of Labor Statistics are providing information regarding the topic of childcare workers.
- Governor DeWine urges residents to utilize the state's sales tax holiday while the BBB provides consumer tips regarding online shopping scams in Ohio.
- Scammers are using TikTok to impersonate Webber's mobile home business, leading to BBB receiving calls regarding fraud.
- BBB issued a scam alert in Alberta province.
- Scammers are exploiting post-disaster vulnerabilities through fraudulent contractors.
- Philip Farina founded Risky Business, while the PA Attorney General's Office provides a contractor database, and Andrew Goode is COO of the Better Business Bureau.
- The Better Business Bureau has rated Choice Home Warranty one star, and the company is currently being sued by the Arizona state attorney general.
- The Better Business Bureau is receiving reports concerning PayPal transactions, and the BBB's St. Louis president is based in Springfield.
- A family in Wythe County was targeted by a scam, involving MoneyGram payments, and the Better Business Bureau commented on the situation.
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June 2026
18 events- The Better Business Bureau and the Federal Trade Commission have jointly issued warnings regarding sophisticated fraud schemes.
- The Better Business Bureau advises the public to report scams to law enforcement.
- The Better Business Bureau provided services to drivers in western Virginia.
- Amazon features Apple products in Prime Day deals while also facing brand reputation exploitation by scammers.
- The Better Business Bureau issued warnings to residents regarding scams and flood risks in Southern Illinois and Southeast Missouri.
- Scams are circulating using the images of celebrities, including Bill Gates, falsely claiming he endorses a honey remedy.
- BBB warns consumers about scams related to the disaster in Venezuela.
- The Better Business Bureau warns consumers about scams that are circulating during US anniversary celebrations.
- BBB advises residents of South Dakota regarding storm repair scams.
- BBB report tracks increase in impersonation scams involving Amazon.
- Donors are using Google and the Better Business Bureau to find and verify relief efforts in Venezuela.
- A person named Bolin worked for the Better Business Bureau while it was located in Putnam County.
- The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is discussing potential dangers associated with Prime Day with the Associated Press (AP).
- Regulators raised concerns about AI risks involving the Better Business Bureau in Tennessee.
- BBB president advises on fraud prevention.
- Scams are impersonating companies based in Seattle, while experts comment on job market vulnerabilities.
- A candidate's business history was scrutinized using public records, involving the Better Business Bureau in South Dakota.
- BBB and FTC advise on consumer protection, while Chuck Bell serves as programs director for advocacy at Consumer Reports.