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Advice from the Better Business Bureau

Alan Bligh — Fri, 03 May 2013 21:53:10 +0000

They say one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. That’s not always a good thing. Paper waste can be a treasure trove for thieves – and a major headache for businesses. I have heard of businesses going out of business because they were not careful with their employees and customers personal data. Documents that contain [...]

Value of Sept. 11 Anniversary Memorabilia May Be Short-Lived

106.9 The Rock — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 17:34:37 +0000

Don’t get caught up and overspend on 9/11 mementos
The Better Business Bureau advises caution when purchasing 9/11 memorabilia this coming weekend which sees the country observing the 10th anniversary of that fateful day.

VICTORIA, Texas – With the 10-year anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks approaching, Better Business Bureau is advising consumers that the value of most memorabilia and commemorative items is sentimental; Prices for many items will likely drop over time.

Patriotic websites are promoting magnets, pins, flags, clothing, license tags, license frames and jewelry, among other items as a way to remember the anniversary. Sellers are also marketing commemorative items on auction sites like eBay, where the seller must rely on emailed questions and online photos to determine an item’s value.

Help Shut Down Copper Thieves

106.9 The Rock — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:00:53 +0000

BBB Offers Tips to Protect Against Would-Be Scrap Metal Thieves

VICTORIA, Texas — Copper thieves can wreak havoc on a home or business, dismantling air conditioning units, plumbing and more in hopes of getting scrap to sell. With the cost of scrap metal increasing, Better Business Bureau warns consumers and business owners to take precautions.

Copper thieves have cost residents and businesses thousands of dollars and created an additional challenge for law enforcement, since stolen scrap metal is difficult to track.

Fly-By-Night Contractors May Follow Tropical Storm Don

106.9 The Rock — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 16:03:18 +0000

Possible damage from strong winds and storms may lead scammers to your neighborhood VICTORIA, Texas — As Tropical Storm Don moves toward the Texas coast, Better Business Bureau warns consumers of potential scams in the wake of storm damage. The damage caused by a tropical storm can be quite extensive with wind speeds reaching 39-73 [...]