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11/20/2009

‘We Buy Gold’ Industry Oftentimes Not Trustworthy

All That Glitters is Not Gold – BBB Tips for Selling Your Jewelry

11/13/2009

BBB Tips for Boosting Office Morale

Many small business owners are struggling to stay afloat and are being forced to make tough decisions—such as instituting layoffs or budget cuts.

11/11/2009

Be a Savvy Bidder When Hunting Down This Year’s Must-Have Gifts Through Online Auctions

Better Business Bureau offers advice to shoppers on how to avoid getting ripped off when searching for bargains and hard-to-find presents through online auctions.

11/11/2009

Medicare a Prop in Latest Scam to Rip Off Seniors

Patient’s bank account cleaned out by someone posing as a Medicare rep.

11/11/2009

BBB Warns of Fraudulent H1N1 Flu Preventative Products

Shortage of vaccine leads scammers to sell unauthorized flu aid items

11/11/2009

Winners Announced in Life’s Sweet Essay Contest Honoring World War II Veterans

Veterans Honored in Local Essay Contest, BBB President Helps Judge

11/03/2009

Five questions to ask before donating to a charity

Most charities rely heavily on the goodwill of individual donors during the holiday season to fund their activities throughout the coming year. Last year, charity contributions totaled $307.65 billion: 75 percent of this total came from individuals, according to the Giving USA Foundation. The BBB Wise Giving Alliance advises donors to research a charity prior to giving and provides five questions to ask when vetting where to contribute this holiday season.

10/26/2009

Holly Petraeus Arrives in Colorado, Addresses Military

Wife of Gen. David Petraeus Makes Rounds in Metro Area, Educates on Unethical Business Practices Targeting Military Groups

10/19/2009

American Furniture & BBB Team Up to Help Students

$16,000 in Scholarship Money Awarded to Deserving High School Seniors

10/19/2009

BBB Recognizes Three Exceptional Denver Organizations

Two Businesses and One Non-profit Awarded for Outstanding Practices

10/08/2009

Natural Disasters in SE Asia to Spawn Charity Fraud

Use caution before donating to charities claiming to help victims

09/24/2009

Historic Summer Hail Season Results in Record Number of Contractor Scam Artists

Many Coloradans are still working through the process of getting roofs repaired or replaced after a series of summer hail and wind storms pummeled thousands of homes—adding up to the state’s second most costly storm season with more than $617 million in insured losses to homes and cars.

09/22/2009

Crime Prevention Alert

The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office has received information about a possible scam targeting senior citizens.

01/20/2009

Better Business Bureau Gives Questionable Company Its Lowest Rating

Many people are taking advantage of those down on their luck during these tough economic times. When trying to get out of debt it's important to be aware that some offers may be too good to be true.

01/05/2009

Are You Prepared for the DTV Conversion? Better Business Bureau and National Association of Broadcasters answer frequently asked questions on the switch to DTV

As a result of ubiquitous TV ads and a well-executed PR campaign, consumer awareness of the nationwide transition to digital television is rising steadily. Despite widespread awareness, many homes are still unprepared for the switch. Denver/Boulder - Better Business Bureau and the National Association of Broadcasters are offering answers to questions surrounding the transition.