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12/06/2011
This year, Canadians will spend millions trying to find the perfect gift for their loved ones. But sometimes gifts might not be exactly what the person is looking for. Businesses may not be required to either have or list a refund policy, so BBB reminds consumers to ask before they buy.
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11/08/2011
This Remembrance Day, as we honor our soldiers, the BBB warns veterans and their families that scammers may be targeting them.
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09/19/2011
Every late summer and fall, in Alberta, “Taber Corn” is sold from roadside stands. The question often arises...are you buying taber corn. BBB of Central and Northern Alberta offers these tips.
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07/05/2011
If you have a smart phone or mobile device, you’ve probably used apps. Easy to download and often free, apps allow you to play games, get directions and access news, weather and other information. In 2010 alone, consumers downloaded approximately 11 billion apps. Tablets, smart phones and mobile devices are taking over the digital market.
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08/30/2010
Whether you’re interested in a modeling career, just want to make a few extra bucks or you think your child might have a future in acting or modeling, be on the lookout for scammers. The Better Business Bureau warns that some modeling agencies are just trying to make a fast buck and don’t deliver on promises of fame and fortune.
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08/24/2010
Penny auctions are part of a booming online frontier. Some sites make fantastic claims of average savings, of 80 percent over retail, which may or may not be true.
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06/11/2010
Have you thought about making a few extra dollars by selling some of your gold jewelry? Whether you do it through a gold-party (in-home party usually held with a group of friends), over the Internet, or through a local jeweler, BBB provides you with some things you should consider.
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06/10/2010
As the weather gets warmer and the asphalt paving season begins, consumers are warned to be extremely cautious when selecting a contractor to pave a driveway or parking lot. Each paving season, bands of con artists travel through the region to scam unsuspecting homeowners and business people. They often target senior citizens.
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04/23/2010
A well-maintained lawn and landscape can add five to seven percent to a property’s value. In addition to being beautiful, lawns reduces noise pollution, have a cooling effect during the hot seasons, and prevents soil erosion. Growing a lush, green lawn, however, may not always seem easy. Weeds, brown spots and diseases may appear to be the only things that want to thrive in your yard.
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03/02/2010
The deadline for filing income tax returns is still months away. Now is a good time to select a tax professional. Better Business Bureau however, cautions that consumers can run into serious problems if they don’t do their research to find a reputable tax preparer.
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02/26/2010
Scams and frauds take many forms and shapes, but all fraudulent activities have the same purpose – to take advantage of the victim. While many frauds and scams use creative and innovative strategies and approaches to rip people off, most of them fundamentally use the same tactics.
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01/27/2010
Tips from Edmonton Police Services on purchasing alarm systems for home and office and information about and how to prevent false alarms.
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01/11/2010
Online advertising presents new opportunities no business can afford to miss, if it wants to succeed in today's global marketplace. Businesses are advised to learn how the ground rules for online ads compare with those of the more traditional forms.
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12/23/2009
Boxing Day is upon us this week and many consumers may already have their action plan in place to take advantage of the annual sale frenzy. Every year the Better Business Bureau receives calls and complaints about confusion and misleading advertising in the holiday sale market.
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12/02/2009
Prepared by the Internet Crime Complaint Center - IC3: This holiday season the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is reminding people that cyber criminals continue to aggressively create new ways to steal money and personal information. Scammers use many techniques to fool potential victims including fraudulent auction sales, reshipping merchandise purchased with a stolen credit card, and sale of fraudulent or stolen gift cards through auction sites at a discounted price.
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