http://wichitafalls.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=94&id=a824b759-3137-43b5-aedf-a38056bcce73&debug=False 10 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://wichitafalls.bbb.org/article/bbb-small-business-advice-on-fighting-friendly-fraud-12289 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Phony ads for rental properties across the country are cropping up, and are specifically aimed at stealing money from unsuspecting renters. http://wichitafalls.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-renters-to-beware-of-bogus-home-rentals-12292 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau warns that the holiday season provides many new opportunities for identity thieves to ply their trade and offers the following advice on how to keep your identity safe and secure both online and off. http://wichitafalls.bbb.org/article/dont-fall-prey-to-identity-thieves-over-the-holidays-13247 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT The federal government recently announced the creation of a similar rebate program for consumers looking to purchase new energy-efficient appliances. BBB offers the following guidance to consumers who might be interested in taking advantage of the program. http://wichitafalls.bbb.org/article/cash-for-appliances-is-the-new-cash-for-clunkers-13242 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT 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://wichitafalls.bbb.org/article/five-questions-to-ask-before-donating-to-a-charity-13243 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT With layaway experiencing a comeback, your Better Business Bureau offers the following guidance on how to use this old fashioned payment plan in lieu of credit cards. http://wichitafalls.bbb.org/article/bbb-advice-on-using-layaway-for-holiday-purchases-13244 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT Office morale can dip as employees face uncertainty about their jobs. Better Business Bureau offers guidance for small business owners on how to keep office morale high in a tough economy. http://wichitafalls.bbb.org/article/bbb-tips-for-boosting-office-morale--13246 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Computer experts are reporting that scareware — yet another sneaky technique used by hackers to steal personal information and spread viruses online — is on the rise. BBB is offering advice to consumers on how to protect their computer and personal information from the threat of scareware http://wichitafalls.bbb.org/article/boo-scareware-attacks-on-the-rise-bbb-advice-on-how-to-protect-your-computer-12707 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Employers play a vital role in preventing the spread of the H1N1 virus and Better Business Bureau offers the following advice to bolster the workplace against the threat of flu this winter. http://wichitafalls.bbb.org/article/defend-your-business-against-the-h1n1-virus-this-winter-12711 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT BBB is advising holiday shoppers to keep an eye out for five red flags of unscrupulous consumer electronics stores. http://wichitafalls.bbb.org/article/dont-get-ripped-off-when-buying-electronics-online-bbb-says-know-the-red-flags-of-a-scam-site-13248 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT Bargain hunters will undoubtedly be flocking to the Internet for holiday sales this year, and overall, online sales are again expected to increase this season as more shoppers forego the trip to the store and tick off the names on their “nice” list from the comfort of their homes. Unfortunately, your Better Business Bureau is warning that scammers will again be setting up shop online this year, using low prices to entice shoppers, but ultimately not delivering the goods. BBB is offering 10 tips for gift givers to help them stay safe and secure when shopping online this holiday season. http://wichitafalls.bbb.org/article/10-tips-for-safe-online-shopping-this-holiday-season-7950