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05/01/2013

Your Right To Know And Protect Yourself From Identity Theft

As a citizen of the state of Georgia, you are allowed two free copies of your credit report, from all three major credit reporting bureaus, each year. Do it!

04/30/2013

BBB Advice Can Help Parents Find Safe, Rewarding Summer Camps For Children

BBB has 9 tips to help parents find safe, reliable and satisfying summer camps for children

04/19/2013

Canceling a Contract in the State of Georgia: What You Need to Know

Think you have three days to cancel a contract? Think again!

04/18/2013

Scholarship and Financial Aid Scams

Need money for college? Doesn't everybody? With tuition bills skyrocketing, and room and board going through the roof, students and their families are looking for creative ways to finance a college education.

04/17/2013

Getting Bugged? Make Sure Your Pest Management is Handled by a Pro

April is National Pest Management Month, according to the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). When your pest problem gets too big for a flyswatter, a mousetrap or do-it-yourself spray, it's time to call in a professional service.

04/03/2013

April Is Financial Literacy Month

April is Financial Literacy Month and BBB will be sharing various ways in which you can become financially literate.

04/01/2013

Some Home Security Systems May Be Scams

Everyone wants to feel safe in their home, so when home security salespeople come knocking, their pitch can be convincing.

04/01/2013

Use Bluetooth? Protect Yourself from Hacking Scams

Being "hands free" can be great but not always safe from scammers!

03/21/2013

March Madness BBB Metro Atlanta Style

When people hear March Madness they think of basketball. But at BBB Serving Metro Atlanta, we view things just a little differently!

03/15/2013

Watch out for tricky leprechauns this St. Patrick’s Day

BBB reminds consumers to be wary of claims they’ve won a sweepstakes ‘pot of gold’

03/07/2013

BBB Tips: 10 Ways to Avoid Fraud

National Consumer Protection week continues with 10 ways in which consumers can protect themselves from becoming victims of fraud.

03/06/2013

BBB Tips: Choosing A Contractor For Your Home

Big money decisions are never easy. Learn how to best choose the right contractor for your next home improvement job.

03/05/2013

BBB: Tips for Using Public Wi-Fi Networks

Wi-Fi hotspots in coffee shops, libraries, airports, hotels, universities, and other public places are convenient, but they’re often not secure.

03/04/2013

BBB Tips: Avoiding Card Skimming at ATMs and Other Money Machines

It’s National Consumer Protection Week and BBB is proud to join the effort to educate consumers and businesses from becoming victims of fraud and scams.

02/28/2013

Governor’s Office of Consumer Protection Warns of Vacation Scams

Spring break and summer vaction is upon us! Don't fall victims to scams.