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11/18/2009
The Federal Trade Commission filed a request with a federal court to issue a contempt order against the Baltimore firms BlueHippo Funding, LLC, BlueHippo Capital, LLC, and owner, Joseph Resin.
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11/16/2009
Verizon based in New York and Villa Springfield Health and Rehabilitation Center located in Springfield, OH – will receive the BBB International Torch Awards for Marketplace Excellence, which recognizes superior commitment to exceptional standards that benefit customers, employees, suppliers, shareholders and surrounding communities. Three businesses -Allsup (Belleville, IL),Integrated Project Management Company, Inc. (Burr Ridge, IL) and Marrokal Construction (San Diego, CA) - were named Finalist in the Marketplace Excellence competition.
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11/13/2009
FTC wants contempt charges against BlueHippo for continuing to deceive cash-strapped consumers with phony promises that it would help them purchase a computer even if they have credit problems.
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11/10/2009
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.
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11/02/2009
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.
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10/16/2009
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.
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10/05/2009
Scammers using the Timken Company’s UPS account to ship fraudulent checks to businesses nationwide in exchange for services not rendered.
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10/01/2009
iJango a multi-level marketing company (possible pyramid scheme) heavily advertising and recruiting online. Making big promises with little results. Use caution when dealing with this company.
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10/01/2009
The BBB is getting phone calls from consumers about people who are claiming to be connected with various agencies to collect a debt. The caller has acquired sensitive info about the consumer.
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09/30/2009
Reducing the amount of junk mail received is one way to reduce the chances of becoming a victim of identity theft.
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07/29/2009
Door-to-Door alarm system sales people are claiming using false information to cover lack of licensing.
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06/30/2009
Consumer alert about Work-At-Home Scams.
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06/23/2009
Consumers state that Pinnacle sales people imply that CastleRock Security has gone out of business and as a result they need to install a new box and need a voided check to start debiting monthly charges from your bank account. As of today Pinnacle is still not licensed properly in the City of Wichita.
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06/22/2009
The Better Business Bureau serving Southeast, Central & Western Kansas wants to make consumers aware of another Alarm system company selling door to door.
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06/02/2009
Bankruptcy court decides GM may honor its warranties, including BBB AUTO LINE.
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