http://www.boulder.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=33&id=a824b759-3137-43b5-aedf-a38056bcce73&debug=False 10 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT A new money making opportunity that claims to “Multi-level market the Internet” could be nothing more than a pyramid scheme warns Better Business Bureau. http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-warns-about-ijango-possible-pyramid-scheme-12404 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT As the economic slump continues, many people are struggling to make ends meet, and unfortunately, vehicle repossessions are now on the rise. http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/behind-on-car-payments-bbb-advice-on-how-to-avoid-the-repo-man-12407 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Prepaid calling cards may seem like a great value, claiming to provide hundreds of minutes for a few dollars. However many phone cards are so rife with fees and service charges that they deliver far fewer minutes than advertised. http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/make-the-most-of-your-minutes-and-avoid-deceptive-prepaid-phone-cards-12405 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Businesses are increasingly becoming victims of “friendly fraud” - fraud carried out by customers to get items free of charge. http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/bbb-small-business-advice-on-fighting-friendly-fraud-12408 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office has received information about a possible scam targeting senior citizens. http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/crime-prevention-alert--12563 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/historic-summer-hail-season-results-in-record-number-of-contractor-scam-artists-12616 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT Your BBB is warning consumers to be extremely wary of pervasive online ads offering the promise of a whiter, brighter smile. http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/teeth-whitening-products-sold-online-wipe-smiles-off-consumers-faces-12806 Thu, 08 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT Use caution before donating to charities claiming to help victims http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/natural-disasters-in-se-asia-to-spawn-charity-fraud-12895 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT $16,000 in Scholarship Money Awarded to Deserving High School Seniors http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/american-furniture-and-bbb-team-up-to-help-students-13055 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT Two Businesses and One Non-profit Awarded for Outstanding Practices http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/bbb-recognizes-three-exceptional-denver-organizations-13073 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Nat’l Director of BBB Military Line Reaches Out to Locals to Educate & Inspire http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/holly-petraeus-at-the-torch-awards-for-marketplace-trust-12506 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT Wife of Gen. David Petraeus Makes Rounds in Metro Area, Educates on Unethical Business Practices Targeting Military Groups http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/holly-petraeus-arrives-in-colorado-addresses-military-13173 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/five-questions-to-ask-before-donating-to-a-charity-13375 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/be-a-savvy-bidder-when-hunting-down-this-years-must-have-gifts-through-online-auctions--13497 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT Patient’s bank account cleaned out by someone posing as a Medicare rep. http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/medicare-a-prop-in-latest-scam-to-rip-off-seniors-13498 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT Shortage of vaccine leads scammers to sell unauthorized flu aid items http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-of-fraudulent-h1n1-flu-preventative-products-13499 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT Veterans Honored in Local Essay Contest, BBB President Helps Judge http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/winners-announced-in-lifes-sweet-essay-contest-honoring-world-war-ii-veterans-13510 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT Many small business owners are struggling to stay afloat and are being forced to make tough decisions—such as instituting layoffs or budget cuts. http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/bbb-tips-for-boosting-office-morale-13552 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT All That Glitters is Not Gold – BBB Tips for Selling Your Jewelry http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/we-buy-gold-industry-oftentimes-not-trustworthy-13687 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/bbb-announces-new-magazine-to-replace-directory-12510 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT Owners of Lakewood commercial properties 50,000 square feet and smaller will get help greening their buildings through a first-of-its-kind citywide effort to save energy and create jobs. http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/lakewood-commercial-property-owners-get-help-going-green-13713 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT BBB Warns of Deceptive Practices Used to Get People in the Door http://www.boulder.bbb.org/article/black-friday-beware-of-shady-advertising-practices-13762