As the United States tries to halt the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), scammers look to make money off the global pandemic...

The snowballing coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis has led to skyrocketing prices for high-demand items like hand sanitizer and face masks. Price gouging is not only deeply unethical, but likely illegal...

Watch Out For Travel Scams During Spring Break...

By now, many high school seniors have finished their college applications and are waiting for results. That means it’s time to start thinking about how a family or individual is going to pay for it...

Finding a house or apartment to rent can be a time-consuming, frustrating business, especially in areas where rentals are in high demand...

Once warm weather settles in, summer will be right around the corner. For parents, it’s time to look for camps – day or overnight – that will keep their children safe and engaged when school is not in session...

According to the National Retail Federation’s annual survey, Valentine’s Day spending this year is expected to top $27 billion. Special dinners, jewelry and flowers all account for large percentages of the spending...

Success stories in ads for online dating services can make it sound like true love is just a click away. Meeting people online may sound easy and safe, but consumers need to keep their guard up to avoid being swindled, hurt or worse...

With tax season just getting under way, some consumers rush to file taxes as soon as their employers provide a W-2...

With many couples getting engaged around the holidays, January is prime time for wedding shows and the first stages of wedding planning. While most wedding vendors care about customer service, and honest mistakes do happen, couples shouldn’t have to worry about whether the vendors they’ve chosen can be trusted to come through for them...

The recent wildfires in Australia caused widespread destruction and loss of both human and animal life across the continent, prompting high-profile calls for donations to help the victims. Better Business Bureau (BBB) reminds those who want to help to carefully check out charities before making donations...

If this is your year to take control of your weight and fitness, more power to you. Most likely, you’ll need a commitment to exercise regularly. Better Business Bureau has tips to help you determine which gym or health club is the best place to keep you on track...

Are you considering a New Year’s Resolution to lose weight or save money for retirement? What about resolving to be a savvy consumer as well?...

As the number of holiday shopping days ticks down, you may be considering gift cards for friends or relatives who have everything or those who live far away. Gift cards are an easy solution to people who are hard-to-please or already have everything. And they’re everywhere – at the drugstore, supermarket, quick shop and department stores...

When the weather outside is frightful, many people have visions of sunshine and crystal clear water in mind. Maybe you’ve been browsing travel websites for months, in search of the perfect destination. Or you may be tempted to check out a travel special from an email or mailer; however, finding the right accommodations, transportation and other vendors are key...

There may be nothing cuter than a puppy, but wait: Are you really going to try to train a new pet in the hustle and bustle of the holidays? How do you know you’re getting it from a reliable source?...

Cyber Monday – Dec. 2 this year – is poised to be among the biggest shopping days of the year. The National Retail Federation estimates total retail sales for the season to reach as high as $730.7 billion, and 56 percent of holiday shoppers plan on clicking to shop...

When the temperature drops, the last thing anyone wants is for the furnace to stop working. But when it does, you need a reliable contractor – and fast...

With retailers and shippers planning to hire hundreds of thousands of seasonal employees this holiday season, Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises job seekers to polish up their resumes, research potential employers and apply right away -- but to be smart about their job search...

Throughout November, Americans honor military veterans who served in the United States Armed Forces. Better Business Bureau is advising consumers to be careful when donating to charities that emphasize heartbreaking stories of disabled veterans...