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Travelers laptops being targeted by hackers through hotel internet connection
The FBI recently issued a warning to consumers about “malicious actors targeting travelers abroad through pop-up windows while they are establishing an Internet connection in their hotel rooms.” The...
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New school year highlights id theft dangers
When sending your children off to school, you may warn them about walking home alone or talking to strangers, but many parents may completely overlook a safety risk that can damage their children’s...
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Avoid falling victim to ATM skimmers
Identity thieves work hard to mask their tricks. One common way they collect people’s credit card information is by using skimmers, small card readers that can fit in the palm of your hand. They’ve...
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Santa fraud could be coming to town
While the holiday season can bring out the best in people, it can also bring out those pesky Grinches looking to taking advantage of our festive spirit. Better Business Bureau is warning of the...
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Credit Card phishing scam coming to a phone near you
A familiar phone-based scam is currently circulating around the Austin area. The scam involves a recorded phone message telling consumers that their Mastercard, Visa, Discover or American Express Card...
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A bad credit score is no April Fool’s Day joke
There are numerous ways in which an identity thief can make unauthorized charges on your existing credit card accounts, or open new accounts under your name. The annual Consumer Sentinel Network report...
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BBB recycling event protects personal data, keeps 5.5 tons of electronics out...
Many of Central Texans now have more space in their closets following the Better Business Bureau’s free data destruction and electronics recycling event, held Saturday, May 4 at Dell’s Round Rock...
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Job seekers beware: avoid potential ID theft from online want ads
With jobs in short supply, spotting an online help wanted in your field might appear to be just what the doctor ordered. However, BBB suggests consumers use caution when responding to such ads,...
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Do your homework before signing up for work-at-home
BBB advises consumers to be cautious about work-at-home opportunities The ability to work from home is an attractive proposition, especially when a company promises high income for little effort. But...
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Planning a trip? Don’t get tripped up by property or identity theft while...
June is the beginning of summer and the kids are out of school. It’s a great opportunity to take the family on a trip and make some memories. Unfortunately, it’s also an opportunity for thieves to...
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College-age adults, protect yourself from ID theft
If you’re a young adult, you may think older people are most vulnerable to identity theft. They’re still adapting to new technology, right? That isn’t the case. Statistics show the age group most at...
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U.S. district court shuts down phony payday lender
There will be tips at the bottom, but I’m also going to start this one with a tip: DO NOT enter your financial information in an online form until you know the company and website are legitimate....
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Shred Day is on the way!
Better Business Bureau serving Central, Coastal, Southwest Texas and the Permian Basin invites consumers and businesses to participate in its bi-annual Shred Day events in San Antonio, Corpus Christi...
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BBB advisory: Don’t treat a trickster to your child’s identity
BBB tips to help parents protect their children from identity thieves Parents tend to take plenty of precautions when trick-or-treating with their child. However, it’s important to consider an aspect...
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Alabama man sentenced in ID theft/tax refund fraud scheme
The U.S. Department of Justice just announced the sentencing of a man who reportedly took part in a scheme to rip off American citizens AND the federal government. Kevin Jackson of Montgomery, Alabama...
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National Consumer Protection Week: Preventing identity theft
Identity theft is one of the most common crimes to strike consumers–and the crime is growing more frequent. As part of National Consumer Protection Week, your BBB is shedding light on ways to protect...
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BBB offers simple steps for keeping your identity safe
Community invited to Shred Day events in Waco and Corpus Christi, April 26 Identity theft is a major problem in the United States. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) 2013 Consumer Sentinel Network...
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Warning to businesses: ID thieves have you in their crosshairs
Identity theft is a serious threat to businesses, not just consumers With the recent news stories about retailers having their records compromised by hackers, Americans are focused on the dangers of...
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College students and kids at risk of identity theft
Information sharing has become second nature for many of us, especially young people. With today’s smartphones, the Internet is everywhere. That has its pluses and minuses. That sharing mentality can...
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BBB Quick Tips: Cyber Security Awareness
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM) and between data breaches, cloud storage privacy issues, and bugs compromising personal passwords, identity theft protection is on the...
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