http://www.akorww.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=114&id=a824b759-3137-43b5-aedf-a38056bcce73&debug=False 10 Thu, 16 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau is alerting consumers to the recent upswing in cybercrime dollar losses. http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/local-victims-lost-millions-to-cybercrimes-in-2012-41936 Tue, 12 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT With the tax deadline approaching, fraudsters and phishers are increasingly taking aim at unsuspecting Oregonians. http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/dont-take-the-bait-avoid-getting-duped-by-tax-phishing-scams-40163 Tue, 27 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT - Power sports enthusiasts have found the joke is on them after placing online orders through jokersracing.com. According to complaints filed with Better Business Bureau, shoppers allege that online orders from Jokers Racing are not delivered and attempts for refunds are unsuccessful. http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/dont-be-fooled-by-jokers-racing-33463 Thu, 08 Mar 2012 06:00:00 GMT For the fourth tip of National Consumer Protection Week—or NCPW—Better Business Bureau serving Alaska, Oregon and Western Washington reminds consumers to take steps in identity protection. http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/ncpw-reminder-guard-against-identity-theft-33156 Wed, 07 Mar 2012 06:00:00 GMT Pre-purchase and post-purchase, it is critical to understand consumer rights in case issues arise http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/ncpw-reminder-understand-purchase-rights-33139 Fri, 17 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMT Another Round of Counterfeit BBB Complaint Notice Emails Target Businesses http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/bbb-email-phishing-scam-surfaces-again-32705 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMT BBB Offers Safe Swiping Tips http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/debit-card-dangers-32557 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMT Counterfeit Super Bowl Gear Arrives Right in Time for the Game http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/dont-get-sacked-by-super-bowl-scammers-32319 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 06:00:00 GMT Online Puppy-Selling Scam Takes Consumers for a Bad Walk http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/puppy-buyers-bark-up-the-wrong-tree-32113 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 06:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau serving Alaska, Oregon and Western Washington investigates fraud reports throughout the year and reveals some of the most common scams of 2011 http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/bbb-presents-11-common-scams-of-2011-31876 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 06:00:00 GMT Gifts and appeals may seem like true love, but Better Business Bureau serving Alaska, Oregon and Western Washington says be aware of the top 12 schemes of the holidays http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/12-schemes-of-the-holidays-31321 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 06:00:00 GMT Protecting children Online is at the top of BBB's wish list. http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/i-saw-mommy-emailing-santa-claus-31280 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 06:00:00 GMT The popularity of online shopping has increased in recent years, and Better Business Bureau wants consumers to be smart and responsible before emptying the virtual shopping cart. http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/suggestions-for-safe-shopping-satisfaction-31183 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 06:00:00 GMT As cyber sales go into full force around Thanksgiving, Better Business Bureau says lookout for unrealistic sales and advertisements. http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/read-into-risks-and-red-flags-on-hot-electronics-30990 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 06:00:00 GMT BBB serving Alaska, Oregon and Western Washington has received dozens of reports of these fake complaint notices. http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/phony-bbb-complaint-email-hits-businesses-nationwide-30933 Thu, 17 Nov 2011 06:00:00 GMT With the season's busiest shopping days ahead, Better Business Bureau serving Alaska, Oregon and Western Washington gives buyers the top tips for holiday spending. http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/bbbs-top-tips-for-holiday-shopping-time-30758 Mon, 07 Nov 2011 06:00:00 GMT Customers are reporting that Candle Comfort, an online candle retailer based in Hubbard, Oregon, doesn't deliver products or return calls and emails. http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/customers-have-short-fuse-over-local-candle-retailer-30509 Thu, 13 Oct 2011 05:00:00 GMT Costume Inquiries Are Up, Complaints Are Down http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/halloween-shopping-trends-shock-bbbs-numbers-30008 Thu, 06 Oct 2011 05:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau warns Alaskans to be on alert for phony calls about viruses on their computers. http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/computer-virus-hoax-hits-alaska-29880 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 05:00:00 GMT Consumers Ink Complaints After Doing Business With Autographs America Inc. http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/signed-sealed-satisfaction-not-delivered-29458 Tue, 06 Sep 2011 05:00:00 GMT BBB Introduces Scam Source http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/dont-get-hooked-by-a-scam-29375 Thu, 04 Aug 2011 05:00:00 GMT Smartphone Users Can Access BBB Services Via QR Codes http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/check-out-companies-instantly-with-bbb-barcodes-28751 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMT A recent email takes advantage of Coca-Cola's well-recognized name and logo to convince consumers they've won a foreign lottery prize. http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/phishing-email-deceitfully-uses-coca-cola-name-26340 Thu, 27 Jan 2011 06:00:00 GMT Don't Bet on Too-Good-To-Be-True Game Day Promises http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/tackle-super-bowl-tickets-with-confidence-25084 Tue, 11 Jan 2011 06:00:00 GMT Sometimes "free" offers aren't what they seem. http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/free-trial-offers-24784 Tue, 11 Jan 2011 06:00:00 GMT Identity thieves impersonate trustworthy sources or create fictitious reasons to contact consumers to try to get personal information http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/phishing-vishing-and-smishing-24786 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 06:00:00 GMT Advance fee loan scams prey on consumers and business owners who are struggling financially; ads and websites promise easy loans, credit cards, and other financing offers—regardless of credit history. http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/scams--advance-fee-loans-24753 Fri, 07 Jan 2011 06:00:00 GMT Con artists pose as employers or recruiters http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/job-scams-24716 Wed, 15 Dec 2010 06:00:00 GMT BBB's Checklist: Parents, Ensure Safety and Security Online http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/distinguish-between-naughty-and-nice-santa-sites-24283 Thu, 08 Jul 2010 05:00:00 GMT Check Legitimacy Before Donating http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/impostors-use-church-as-a-lure-in-nigerian-scam-20721 Tue, 08 Jun 2010 05:00:00 GMT Protect Privacy Online http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/avoid-web-schemes-on-social-networking-sites-20038 Fri, 21 May 2010 05:00:00 GMT Con Artists Use Better Business Bureau's Reputation in Schemes http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/lotto-scam-falsely-using-bbbs-name-reaches-alaska-19709 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 06:00:00 GMT Alaska, Oregon and Western Washington Consumers Face Hassles and Headaches Over Unwanted Credit Card Charges http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/bbb-uncovers-problem-with-peel-inc-as-seen-on-kgw-tv-15154 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 06:00:00 GMT Delivery Issues Reported Against Two "Local" Camera Sellers http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/camera-hunters-go-crazy-over-delayed-products-14828 Tue, 05 Jan 2010 06:00:00 GMT 2009 will be remembered as a year when consumer finance, employment and pop-culture trends were at the forefront of everyone's minds—especially scammers, who preyed heavily on emotions. http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/bbb-reports-the-top-10-scams-and-rip-offs-of-2009-14421 Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT BBB Receives Serious Complaints on International Timeshare Consolidators http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/timeshare-transaction-tricks-sellers-out-of-thousands-of-dollars-13800 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT BBB Spots Misleading BetterThanMedicare.com Ads http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/online-pharmacy-fills-bbb-with-doubt-13675 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT BBB encourages consumers to avoid all unknown or suspicious invitations to wire funds. http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/moneygram-takes-heat-from-ftc-in-money-transfer-scandal-13600 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT E-mail recipients may receive notification that appears to be from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/computers-users-seek-protection-from-fake-fdic-insurance-notice-13210 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT BBB warns that con artists use search engines and social media sites to trick those gathering information about the tsunami into downloading possible viruses http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/con-artists-take-advantage-of-samoa-tsunami-12831 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT Ubiquitous Ads Result in Angry Customers Across North America http://www.akorww.bbb.org/article/-teeth-whitening-products-sold-online-wipe-smile-off-consumers-faces-12779