Some simple resolutions can help protect consumers from falling victim to scams in the new year according to the Better Business Bureau.
Articles Tagged: Better Business Bureau
Business News Dec. 7, 2025 4:30 am43d ago
High-demand holiday toys are fueling a surge in online scams. Know how to verify sellers, avoid counterfeits, and shop safely.
Business News Nov. 2, 2025 4:45 am78d ago
BBB study finds consumers losing thousands to unlicensed gambling and gaming sites. Learn red flags and tips to stay safe online.
Bobby Hansen, Better Business Bureau Regional Director
Columns Oct. 5, 2025 4:15 am106d ago
Scammers now ask their victims to pay them with gift cards because they’re a convenient way to steal money and they’re difficult to trace or recover.
Bobby Hansen, Better Business Bureau Regional Director
Columns Sep. 7, 2025 5:00 am134d ago
If you have not received a text, email or call about the status of an alleged loan application, it’s probably only a matter of time, Better Business Bureau Regional Director Bobby Hansen says. Here’s some tips for handling scam calls.
Bobby Hansen, Better Busines Bureau Regional Director
Columns Aug. 3, 2025 4:30 am169d ago
While buying a car online can help a buyer stay detached from making emotional decisions, an online transaction can also provide opportunities for scams
Bobby Hansen, - Better Busines Bureau Regional Director
Business News Jul. 7, 2025 12:36 pm196d ago
Enticing offers for those wishing to earn extra income working remotely can be very tempting, sophisticated and convincing. It's a con, and the purported work may help fraudsters.
Bobby Hansen, - Better Busines Bureau Regional Director
Business News May. 4, 2025 5:00 am260d ago
While it’s easy to see physical clutter, Better Business Bureau Regional Director Bobby Hansen says digital data clutter in your phone and other devices also needs a good Spring cleaning.
Bobby Hansen, - Better Busines Bureau Regional Director
Business News Mar. 31, 2025 9:49 am294d ago
Scammers now use new AI technology to mimic the voice of someone and create a phone call or voicemail recording. This “voice cloning” technology has recently advanced, and anyone with the right software can clone a voice from a very small audio sample.
Bobby Hansen - Better Business Bureau
Business News Mar. 28, 2025 9:53 am297d ago
Tax season means tax scams will take many forms to trick you into sharing personal information or making a payment.
By Bobby Hansen, - Better Business Bureau
Business News Feb. 3, 2025 10:37 am350d ago
Here are the red flags, ways to protect yourself
By Bobby Hansen, - Better Business Bureau
Business News Jan. 5, 2025 5:00 am379d ago
Here are some ideas to add to your list
By Bobby Hansen, - Better Business Bureau
Business News Dec. 1, 2024 5:00 am414d ago
Thieves made off with $18B in merchandise last year
By Bobby Hansen, - From the Bureau columnist
Business News Sep. 1, 2024 5:00 am505d ago
Beware of callers asking for a payment or fee
By Bobby Hansen, - Better Business Bureau
Business News Aug. 4, 2024 5:00 am533d ago
If a deal is too good to be true, it’s likely a fake

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