BBB Presss Releases http://southplains.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=60&id=a824b759-3137-43b5-aedf-a38056bcce73&debug=False 10 “Bluebugging” on the Rise as Bluetooth Usage Increases Thu, 11 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Chicago, IL- April 11, 2013 – Chicago has taken a stance against driving with hand held cellphones and passed a prohibitive law in 2005. Many surrounding states, 10 in total, have also passed similar laws. As a result, drivers are turning to use Bluetooth technology to talk hands-free. The Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern Illinois (BBB) warn that scammers are finding ways to exploit this technology for their gains. http://southplains.bbb.org/article/bluebugging-on-the-rise-as-bluetooth-usage-increases-41303 Better Business Bureau Tips for Using Your 2013 Tax Refund Tue, 26 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT Chicago, IL-March 26, 2013 - Deciding what to do if you receive a tax refund is an important decision in this economy. The Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern Illinois (BBB) advises consumers to consider a few options that can provide some long-term financial benefits. http://southplains.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-tips-for-using-your-2013-tax-refund--40990 Consumers Moved to File Complaints about ChangeMyAddress. Tue, 26 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT For Immediate Release March 25, 2013 Planning to move? You may go searching online for a convenient way to notify the Postal Service of your address change and make arrangements for mail forwarding. If you do, Better Business Bureau wants to be sure the website really belongs to the Postal Service. http://southplains.bbb.org/article/consumers-moved-to-file-complaints-about-changemyaddress-40983 Local Senior Loses $5,500 to Phony Publishers Clearing House Caller Wed, 20 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT For Immediate Release – February 19, 2013 – Criminals using the Publishers Clearing House sweepstakes as a ruse to convince consumers to pay hefty fees have been reported in the Cleveland area. http://southplains.bbb.org/article/local-senior-loses-5500-to-phony-publishers-clearing-house-caller-40286 Tax Preparers Don’t Have to be Taxing Wed, 20 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT Tax Tuesday: Trust is Critical Better Business Bureau warns taxpayers that they are not exempt if their tax returns are prepared improperly by third-party professionals. http://southplains.bbb.org/article/tax-preparers-dont-have-to-be-taxing--40299