116 3rd St SE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401
Bobby Hansen
Better Business Bureau Regional Director
Latest Articles by Bobby Hansen
Business News Jan. 4, 2026 4:45 am30d ago
Some simple resolutions can help protect consumers from falling victim to scams in the new year according to the Better Business Bureau.
Business News Dec. 7, 2025 4:30 am58d 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 am93d ago
BBB study finds consumers losing thousands to unlicensed gambling and gaming sites. Learn red flags and tips to stay safe online.
Business News Mar. 28, 2025 9:53 am311d ago
Tax season means tax scams will take many forms to trick you into sharing personal information or making a payment.
Business News Jun. 9, 2022 6:00 am1334d ago
Businesses experienced labor shortages, trucking companies, warehouses and ports were understaffed, further complicating distribution.
Columns May. 8, 2022 7:00 am1366d ago
With more than 600 million active blogs across the globe, the Better Business Bureau understands creating a professional blog can be overwhelming.
Columns Apr. 9, 2022 7:00 am1395d ago
What companies might think their green claims mean and what consumers perceive could be vastly different. The Federal Trade Commission guides are meant to help avoid misleading marketing claims.
Columns Mar. 12, 2022 7:00 am1423d ago
Collecting data comes with obligations and responsibilities in the event of a compromise of customers’ sensitive personal information.
Columns Jan. 11, 2022 6:00 am1483d ago
Here are 10 business New Year's resolutions from the Better Business Bureau Cedar Rapids that you may want to consider for a successful 2022.
Columns Dec. 9, 2021 9:46 am1516d ago
While 2021 is quickly winding down, scams targeting the public continue. Businesses and consumers need to be vigilant about watching for fraudulent schemes likely to catch them off guard.
Columns Nov. 21, 2021 7:00 am1534d ago
Due to the conditions and challenges many businesses have faced in the past 18 months, more companies are finding it increasingly difficult to adequately staff their establishments. Compounding those issues are the more recent shortages and price increases related to supply chain difficulties.
Columns Jun. 13, 2021 6:15 am1695d ago
A few creative methods of sourcing new staff.


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