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12/28/2011

Return Fraud Causing Retailers to Tighten Return Policies

As return fraud continues to be a concern for the retail industry, many retailers are tightening their policies to combat the growing crime. Better Business Bureau recommends consumers fully understand these policies to avoid unnecessary stress.

12/12/2011

BBB Warns: Beware of Amazon Shipping Scam

Consumers across the country are complaining about an email they received from what appears to be Amazon.com.

12/07/2011

Buying Extended Warranties for Electronics

Most products have a standard one year warranty. When that year is up, consumers are on their own to protect their product with two options.

12/05/2011

Save on Heating Costs with Seven Ways to Winterize Your Home

Better Business Bureau is offering a checklist for homeowners to safely prepare their homes for the cold winter months, and perhaps save a few dollars in the process.

11/28/2011

Check Privacy Policy on "Dear Santa" Websites

More than 60 domain names have been registered in the name of Santa Claus, offering children a wide range of opportunities to email St. Nick. Sadly, some of the websites aren’t always so trustworthy.

11/23/2011

Shop with Precaution on Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Black Friday and Cyber Monday advertisements are already in full force. BBB encourage consumers to be cautious with astonishing deals, whether found in stores or online.

11/16/2011

Make Sure Your Charitable Donation is Legitimate

As Better Business Bureau | Greater Maryland has witnessed each year, scam artists are anxious to wrap their hands around this season of generosity.

11/08/2011

Don’t Get Smoked Out of a Chimney Sweep Scam

With winter approaching, many consumers are looking to have their chimneys cleaned in preparation. Better Business Bureau is advising consumers to know which businesses to trust and which to avoid to prevent their hard earned dollars from going up in smoke.

11/04/2011

BBB Urges Consumers to Support Small Business Saturday

In honor of Small Business Saturday, a day dedicated to supporting small businesses on the busiest shopping weekend of the year, BBB is spreading awareness and advising consumers to support the small businesses in their area.

12/20/2010

BBB Tips for Hassle-Free Holiday Returns

As shoppers check off the final names on their Christmas shopping lists, Better Business Bureau reminds consumers to know their return rights before making any purchase. Unfortunately, not all gifts are winners, so BBB advises that you remember the following before you make your purchase

12/15/2010

Confident Consumer: Scams Under the Tree

McAfee Inc. and BBB offers the following “tips” to make sure technology isn’t the “grinch” who steals Christmas

12/13/2010

No Matter How You Give, Give Wisely

Whether giving money, canned goods, used items or time, BBB Wise Giving Alliance reminds donors that how you give is just as important as what you give.

12/08/2010

Confident Consumer: Shopping Tips

As holiday shopping reaches its peak, keep in mind these simple tips to protect your wallet and your ID.

12/01/2010

Confident Consumer: Safe Toy Shopping

The hot topic this holiday season is a trust issue – ‘which brands and what toys can I trust?’

12/01/2010

Pet Owners Seek Trustworthy Kennels

BBB has created a checklist to help pet owners choose a safe and reliable home-away-from-home for their pets.