http://www.lubbock.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=60&id=a824b759-3137-43b5-aedf-a38056bcce73&debug=False 10 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT The Council of Better Business Bureaus today announced that Post Foods, LLC has become a participant in the Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative. http://www.lubbock.bbb.org/article/post-foods-joins-bbb-self-regulation-initiative-on-child-directed-food-advertising-12760 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT Hawaii’s BBB is warning about Web sites and tweets exploiting recent natural disasters in Pacific island nations with links to malicious software or “scareware” in the form of fake anti-virus scans. http://www.lubbock.bbb.org/article/pacific-island-storms-create-a-tsunami-of-online-scams-12757 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be extremely wary of pervasive online ads offering the promise of a whiter, brighter smile. The BBB has received a recent onslaught of complaints from consumers who thought they were signing up for a free trial of teeth whitening products but were repeatedly billed for products and services they didn’t want. http://www.lubbock.bbb.org/article/teeth-whitening-product-sold-online-wipes-smile-off-consumers-faces-12768 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Credit Repair Organizations have attracted considerable attention as a "problem industry." If you know what to look for, you can discern the good from the bad. http://www.lubbock.bbb.org/article/credit-repair-organizations-and-the-law-12636 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT BBB is warning consumers to be extremely wary of pervasive online ads offering the promise of a whiter, brighter smile. BBB has received an onslaught of complaints from consumers who thought they were signing up for a free trial of teeth whitening products but were repeatedly billed for products and services. http://www.lubbock.bbb.org/article/teeth-whitening-products-sold-online-wipe-smile-off-consumers-faces-12759 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau is alerting consumers and businesses about a new phishing attack that resembles an e-mail confirmation claiming the recipient has filed a complaint with BBB about a business. The malicious e-mails first came to the attention of BBB on Thursday, October 15. http://www.lubbock.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-of-new-phishing-e-mail-posing-as-bbb-complaint-confirmation-13033 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative report shows marked progress in 2008 through self-regulation. http://www.lubbock.bbb.org/article/food-and-beverage-companies-continue-to-raise-the-bar-when-advertising-to-kids-13154 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Don't Get Stuck With A Flood Damaged Vehicle http://www.lubbock.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-of-buying-flood-damaged-cars-12606 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT The Board of Directors of the Council of Better Business Bureaus has named Stephen A. Cox as President and CEO. http://www.lubbock.bbb.org/article/council-of-better-business-bureaus-names-stephen-a-cox-as-president-and-ceo-12237 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT Individuals across the country are looking for ways to help support the victims and families affected by last week’s tragedy at Fort Hood. Initially, supporters were encouraged to donate blood to help victims. As options for monetary donations in support of victims and their families become available, it is important to understand exactly where and how your funds will be used. http://www.lubbock.bbb.org/article/supporting-the-victims-of-the-fort-hood-tragedy-13459 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Being successful at direct selling doesn’t require any special education or experience but it isn’t for everyone. Better Business Bureau suggests people ask themselves a few questions when considering a new venture in direct sales. http://www.lubbock.bbb.org/article/five-questions-if-direct-selling-is-for-you--12891 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://www.lubbock.bbb.org/article/five-questions-to-ask-before-donating-to-a-charity-13243 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT Time is running out for first-time home buyers to take advantage of the $8,000 tax credit set aside for them this year as part of the economic recovery effort. http://www.lubbock.bbb.org/article/act-now-to-take-advantage-of-the-first-time-home-buyers-tax-credit-12705 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://www.lubbock.bbb.org/article/defend-your-business-against-the-h1n1-virus-this-winter-12711