http://www.desmoines.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=145&id=a824b759-3137-43b5-aedf-a38056bcce73&debug=False 10 Tue, 21 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT The BBB offers tips for storm victims after strong storms swept across the state. http://www.desmoines.bbb.org/article/protect-yourself-from-dishonest-storm-chasers-41984 Mon, 20 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT In the wake of a disaster, the BBB Wise Giving Alliance offers the following tips to help donors decide where to direct donations to assist victims: http://www.desmoines.bbb.org/article/tips-on-disaster-relief-donations-41986 Wed, 08 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://www.desmoines.bbb.org/article/make-sure-moms-flowers-arrive-on-time-and-looking-beautiful-41795 Fri, 03 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT The Better Business Bureau offers tips to homeowners who may have suffered tree damage from this unexpected late spring storm. http://www.desmoines.bbb.org/article/bbb-tips-on-hiring-trustworthy-tree-services-41712 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT The Better Business Bureau, Cintas Corporation, DHCU Community Credit Union and KWQC TV will be hosting their annual Document Shredding event. On-site document shredding will take place on Friday, May 3rd from 6am to 6:30pm at the KWQC TV parking lot located at 805 Brady Street in Davenport. http://www.desmoines.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-holds-annual-quad-city-area-document-shredding-event-41565 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT At least one poorly-conceived charity scam has already emerged in the wake of the explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon yesterday, and more are likely. http://www.desmoines.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-of-charity-scams-offers-giving-tips-in-wake-of-boston-marathon-bombing-41366 Fri, 05 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT The Better Business Bureau is urging consumers to watch out for door-to-door salesmen offering low-cost quotes on asphalt paving. http://www.desmoines.bbb.org/article/avoid-being-scammed-by-soliciting-door-to-door-asphalt-pavers-41141 Fri, 29 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://www.desmoines.bbb.org/article/bbb-announces-business-of-integrity-award-winners-32778 Fri, 22 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT Cell phone users are increasingly turning to Bluetooth technology to talk - hands free - on their phones. But as this high tech tool gains popularity in the US and Canada, scammers are finding ways to exploit it. http://www.desmoines.bbb.org/article/use-bluetooth-protect-yourself-from-hacking-scams--40971 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT A new phishing scam is making the rounds disguised as a consumer complaint notification from the FTC. If you receive it, just hit "delete." http://www.desmoines.bbb.org/article/how-fake-ftc-emails-are-tricking-business-owners-40776 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT Consumers aren’t the only victims of fraud. Every year, thousands of small businesses are targets of fraudulent or deceptive sales practices. Protect your business from scams by learning what to look out for. http://www.desmoines.bbb.org/article/watch-out-for-these-small-business-scams-40674 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT From phishing emails to unsecure websites to smishing texts, technology can be a minefield for hackers and scammers. In celebration of National Consumer Protection Week, your Better Business Bureau urges consumers to be aware that both smartphones and computers are vulnerable to the same hackers, spammers and malware. http://www.desmoines.bbb.org/article/national-consumer-protection-week-protecting-your-computer-and-smartphone-from-hackers-40508 Sun, 03 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT BBB is joining forces with federal, state, and local government agencies to promote consumer education during National Consumer Protection Week, March 3 – March 9, 2013. http://www.desmoines.bbb.org/article/bbb-tips-on-consumer-protection-week-40509