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05/10/2013

BBB Cautions on Fundraising to Assist Cleveland Kidnap Victims

The rescue this week of three women and a child from a Cleveland home where they were held captive for a decade has gained worldwide attention. Generous donors wishing to help the victims are being cautioned by Better Business Bureau to confirm the legitimacy of all charitable fundraising and crowdfunding efforts.

05/04/2013

FCC Announces "Bill Shock" Rules for Cell Phones

FCC 'Bill Shock' Rules Require Alerts About Overages for cell phone users - April 17, 2013 announcement.

04/17/2013

Scam Watch! Door-to-Door Sales

The Better Business Bureau of Coastal Carolina would like to warn consumers of potential door-to-door scams that are making their way back into the area. One in particular, is by a company called New Vision Sales

04/16/2013

Better Business Bureau Cautions Consumers to Watch Out for Scammers in Wake of the Boston Marathon Attack

Myrtle Beach, SC – April 17, 2013 – Charity scammers strike after tragedies, and at least one poorly-conceived charity scam has already emerged in the wake of the explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon Monday. The Better Business Bureau serving the Coastal Regions of North and South Carolina (BBB) is alerting consumers of the possibility of phony charity solicitations, supposedly on behalf of the families of victims of the Boston Marathon tragedy.

04/05/2013

Top Five Tips for Mobile Banking

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.

03/26/2013

BBB Alert! Don't lose the shirt off your back!

The Better Business Bureau of Coastal Carolina is issuing a warning about a local business that hasn’t been delivering on its orders.

03/22/2013

Use Bluetooth? Protect Yourself from Hacking Scams

Cell phone users are increasingly turning to Bluetooth technology to talk - hands free - on their phones. But as this high tech tool gains popularity in the US and Canada, scammers are finding ways to exploit it.

03/17/2013

Carolina Forest fire victims beware

Carolina Forest Fire victims

03/08/2013

How Fake FTC Emails are Tricking Business Owners

A new phishing scam is making the rounds disguised as a consumer complaint notification from the FTC. If you receive it, just hit "delete."

03/04/2013

National Consumer Protection Week: Protecting your computer & smartphone from hackers

BBB tips for protecting your personal information


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