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Annual awards honor BBB Accredited Businesses and Charity Partners that maintain outstanding commitment to ethics and overall quality in the workplace

CityStar Group, Inc. is featured in the May, 2013 issue of the Better Business Bureau "Insider." For over 10 years, CityStar.com has been an enthusiastic and generous supporter of the BBB.

The Better Business Bureau Serving Eastern Michigan (http://easternmichigan.bbb.org) (BBB) is warning the public against purchasing items from Craig’s List ads from Affordable Overstock, also operating as affordableshoppingnetwork.com,...

March 6, 2013 Contact: Bob Dalaskey Vice President of Corporate Sales Bekins A-1 Movers, Inc. Office: 855-561-2733 Fax: 630-658-0402 bdalaskey@bekinsa1.com www.mybekins.com WARRENVILLE, IL.

Today, Burdette Thomas Company LLC, the owner of backyardGamez.com, would like to announce they’re now a BBB Accredited Business.

C. A. Lettsome Services, LLC has been accredited by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and been given an A- rating.

Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday are quickly approaching, and Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina offers tips to help make your shopping adventure as smooth as possible:

Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina is warning consumers affected by Hurricane Sandy to beware of fly-by-night repair companies soliciting your business.

Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina warns consumers to beware of a new e-mail scam using LinkedIn’s name.

RALEIGH, N.C. — Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina warns that the names of prominent banks, such as Bank of America and Wells Fargo, are fraudulently being used in an attempt to steal personal information from consumers.

RALEIGH, N.C. – Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina urges consumers to regularly review their credit report in order to ensure that their personal information is safe.

The BBB announces the availability of their Military Discount Directory that features discount offers on products/services from more than 50 businesses that are accredited by the Better Business Bureau serving Eastern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula

BullsEye Telecom Inc., a leading telecommunications provider is proud to announce its “A+” accreditation from Better Business Bureau (www.BBB.org).

Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina warns consumers that scam artists are making phony phone calls claiming to represent the National Do Not Call Registry.

Adams Homes is committed to Better Business Bureau's Standards of Trust. This week, Adams Homes announced it's accreditation by the Better Business Bureau. As a BBB Accredited Business, Adams Homes is dedicated to promoting trust in the marketplace.

Two businesses are recipients of the 2011 Connecticut BBB Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics; Shelton High School Senior Also Receives $2,500 Student Ethics Award and Scholarship for Core Values of Integrity, Respect and Diligence

Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina is seeking nominations for the 2011 Torch Award.

FHTM Supports Boys and Girls Clubs of America

The Home Runs for Hope program, which was launched by President and Founder Paul Orberson in April 2011 has partnered with organizations such as Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Center for Women, Children and Families

BBB serving Eastern North Carolina cautions consumers to watch out for a Web site that is falsely charging for BBB complaint resolution services.

Better Business Bureau Recognizes Handyman Matters North Houston with Winner of Distinction Award Handyman Matters North Houston received the Winner of Distinction at the Better Business Bureau Awards for Excellence luncheon held Wednesday, May 8 at the..

Consumers Receiving Fake Debt Collection Call from Fraudulent Company

Annual awards honor BBB Accredited Businesses and Charity Partners that maintain outstanding commitment to ethics and overall quality in the workplace

CityStar Group, Inc. is featured in the May, 2013 issue of the Better Business Bureau "Insider." For over 10 years, CityStar.com has been an enthusiastic and generous supporter of the BBB.

Prominent Detroit Business Publication Celebrates 40 Years of BBB Accreditation and Upgrades to Gold-Level Sponsorship

RALEIGH, N.C. (April 29, 2013) – Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina, a leading nonprofit organization in advancing marketplace trust, has hired Marisol Silva as the Hispanic Community Liaison Coordinator.

The Better Business Bureau Serving Eastern Michigan (http://easternmichigan.bbb.org) (BBB) is warning the public against purchasing items from Craig’s List ads from Affordable Overstock, also operating as affordableshoppingnetwork.com,...

March 6, 2013 Contact: Bob Dalaskey Vice President of Corporate Sales Bekins A-1 Movers, Inc. Office: 855-561-2733 Fax: 630-658-0402 bdalaskey@bekinsa1.com www.mybekins.com WARRENVILLE, IL.

Fenton High School won the Michigan LifeSmarts State Challenge. This ‘Quiz Bowl’ event had 9 teams who fielded questions about marketplace issues. This year's winning team will represent Michigan at the National LifeSmarts Competition in Atlanta

In an effort to keep the public informed, Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina offers monthly Scam Alerts:

Many retailers and banks have started offering customers the option of receiving receipts from purchases and ATM transactions via e-mail. BBB serving Eastern North Carolina is reminding shoppers to protect their identity in the process.

Tax season is upon us again and Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina is encouraging taxpayers to do some legwork before selecting tax preparation help.

High School Teams Face-off for a Chance to Represent Michigan at the LifeSmarts National Championship in Atlanta

Fur Designer & Manufacturer Lauded for Commitment to Ethical Business Practices

Better Business Bureau serving Eastern NC announced the recipients of the 2012 BBB Torch Scholarships at a ceremony held at Prestonwood Country Club in Cary on January 16.

Today, Burdette Thomas Company LLC, the owner of backyardGamez.com, would like to announce they’re now a BBB Accredited Business.

Better Business Bureau serving Eastern NC is pleased to introduce BBB Marketplace, a marketing platform for local businesses to communicate and offer exclusive discounts to the community.

C. A. Lettsome Services, LLC has been accredited by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and been given an A- rating.

In an effort to keep the public informed, Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina offers Holiday Scam Alerts:

Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina recommends consumers do their research and understand how a specific layaway program works before utilizing it.

BB serving Eastern North Carolina urges businesses looking to promote themselves through a deal site to do their homework upfront.

Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday are quickly approaching, and Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina offers tips to help make your shopping adventure as smooth as possible:

In an effort to keep the public informed, Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina offers monthly Scam Alerts:

BBB, Cintas Fox 2, Greenpath Debt Solutions & GEEP Double Recycling & Identity Protection Efforts in 2012

Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina is warning consumers affected by Hurricane Sandy to beware of fly-by-night repair companies soliciting your business.

Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina is pleased to announce that Doug Sutton Insurance Services has been a BBB Accredited Business for more than 30 years.

Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina warns consumers to beware of a new e-mail scam using LinkedIn’s name.

In an effort to keep the public informed, Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina offers monthly Scam Alerts:

Cintas has been accepted as a BBB Accredited Business and a BBB bronze level sponsor. Accreditation with the BBB means that Cintas meets BBB’s strict standards that enhance customer trust and confidence in business.

The BBB announced today that ACO Hardware has offered a 15% off discount on any purchase (excluding sale items) to military members & veterans through the BBB Military Discount Directory. This offer will be honored in all 66 stores in Michigan.

Fairytale Brownies will receive the 2012 BBB International Torch Award for Marketplace Excellence in the category 0-99 employees at an awards banquet on Oct. 2 at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium in Washington, D.C.

Better Business serving Eastern North Carolina warns about a recent e-mail scam with the subject “Your Photos” or “Photos.”

RALEIGH, N.C. — Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina warns that the names of prominent banks, such as Bank of America and Wells Fargo, are fraudulently being used in an attempt to steal personal information from consumers.

RALEIGH, N.C. – Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina urges consumers to regularly review their credit report in order to ensure that their personal information is safe.

In an effort to keep the public informed, Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina offers monthly Scam Alerts:

The BBB announces the availability of their Military Discount Directory that features discount offers on products/services from more than 50 businesses that are accredited by the Better Business Bureau serving Eastern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula

BBB serving Eastern North Carolina is pleased to offer the 2012 BBB Torch Scholarships for students.

RALEIGH, N.C. (August 22, 2012) — Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina warns consumers that scam artists are already gearing up for this year’s election season.

Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina offers seven simple steps to protect college students from identity theft.

In an effort to keep the public informed, Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina offers monthly Scam Alerts:

Charities are seeking contributions more than ever now due to ever-rising costs and demand for services. With the majority of the money raised by charities in this country coming from individuals, BBB offers advice to help donors make wise decisions.

Con artists are using real-life situations, faking the websites of legitimate businesses and sharpening their skills to outwit even savvy investors

Vacation rentals can be a great way to save money when traveling on a tight budget and many travelers are foregoing the “mint-on-the-pillow” experience for more reasonable accommodations.

Now you can get your $100 Big Bad Ball tickets ahead of time!

RALEIGH, N.C. (July 16, 2012) — In an effort to keep the public informed, Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina offers monthly Scam Alerts:

Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina names the top 10 businesses with the most unanswered complaints during the first six months of 2012.

Thousands of Internet users may lose their online access on July 9, 2012, and Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina is urging all consumers and businesses to run a quick and easy diagnostic test to see if their computers are infected.

Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina is now accepting nominations for the 2012 Torch Award.

RALEIGH, N.C. (June 28, 2012) — Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina is proud to recognize Smith Debnam as it celebrates 25 years as a BBB Accredited Business.

Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina asked the major cell phone carriers for tips on overseeing family data usage.