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04/01/2013

BBB Cautions Consumers About Unsafe Internet Browsers

Internet browsers are the most commonly-used software on workstations and mobile platforms, but they are also used to track our browsing habits and a common entry point for hackers.

03/25/2013

Growing Number of Americans Being Bilked out of Retirement Money by Jamaican Lottery Scams

Complaints in the U.S about Jamaican scams continue to grow, with a conservative estimate of annual losses of more than $300 million.

03/22/2013

BBB’s 9 Tips To Safeguard Your Identity, Keep Sensitive Records Safe

The BBB has 9 tips on which records to retain, which to shred, to protect your identity.

02/07/2012

BBB Advises Consumers To Check Credit Reports Regularly With Credit Bureaus

Keeping tabs on your credit report is an important part of staying fiscally fit, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises. But many 'free' credit repair services are scams.

01/01/2012

BBB Offers 10 Resolutions For A Safe, Scam-Free New Year

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has 10 resolutions that can help you fight scammers, prevent identity theft and save money in 2012.

10/24/2011

Social Security Scam Targeting Senior Citizens

Consumer Alert from NJ Consumer Affairs - warning about phone calls referring to a 'new law' requiring a new type of SS card.

09/01/2011

BBB Advice on Student Security – What Every College Student Should Know

As college students get settled on campus, fighting fraud may not be at the top of their list of priorities. However, Better Business Bureau recommends that they take seven simple steps to protect themselves on campus.

06/01/2011

Securing Your Child’s Identity: Advice That Every Parent Needs to Know

Online businesses are finding inactive Social Security numbers online – most of which are assigned to children - and selling them. Better Business Bureau is warning parents to be on the lookout for their child’s identity being compromised or stolen.

05/05/2011

How Can You Avoid Identity Theft?

When you pulled back the curtains this morning and got a glimpse of spring you might have envisioned taking some long walks to experience that refreshing air and the colors that are starting to pop.

05/04/2011

How Can You Avoid Identity Theft? says Carol

Use caution, if you are thinking about driving to a trailhead, parking, and then jaunting off. Thieves are aware of what you are thinking. They will be waiting to pounce once you have left your car.

12/30/2010

BBB Offers 10 Consumer-Savvy Resolutions For A Safe, Scam-Free New Year

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has 10 suggested resolutions to help you fight scammers, prevent identity theft and save money in 2011.

10/25/2010

Fall 2010 Protect Your Identity Week a Great Success

Thanks to everyone for coming out to our Secure Your ID Day and Protect Your Identity Week events! We had successful events all across North America.

10/15/2010

Identity Theft Continues to Victimize Millions Each Year

When something happens 10 million times per year, it’s worth noting, and in recent years, that’s how many victims of identity theft have reported the abuse to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

08/13/2010

BBB advises public on fraudulent order confirmation e-mails

Fraudulent order confirmation e-mails resurface

08/13/2010

Ohio AG: Navy vets group leader stole identity

State and local authorities have issued a nationwide arrest warrant on identity fraud charges for the director of a Florida-based charity purporting to raise money for Navy veterans, Ohio’s attorney general said Thursday.


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