Better Business Bureau - February 2012 Bulletin

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February 2012

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Dear BBB Accredited Business,

This time of year is usually a busy one for businesses and consumers alike. Tax time can often be a time of worry, stress and anxiety. "Who should I get to do my taxes", "should I do them myself", etc are all questions weighing heavily on the minds of most Americans. Read our article on Tax-Time Tips to help you answer these questions and do so wisely.

Swiping a card is the most common form of payment for consumers. But most of us don't realize the difference between doing so as debit or credit. Read our article below on safe swiping.

Identity theft can be a scary thought for most consumers. Keeping an eye on your credit report can be a good way to ensure your identity is not compromised.
We hope the article below brings some helpful insight to obtaining your credit report safely and for Free!

As always the BBB teams up with local news stations to keep the public well informed of scams hitting our area. Watch the video below to see the newest scam to reach consumers.

Heather Peters
BBB serving Southeast Louisiana

BBB Tax-Time Tips

Before you rush out and get your taxes done, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises you to check your tax preparer's BBB Business Review and be aware of pitfalls that trip up taxpayers every year.

Click here for the full article

Debit vs. Credit: Find out which is safer!

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Credit or debit? Choosing the right option at the right time can help protect from unwanted charges and skimming scams.

Read the full article here to find out which is right for you.

BBB Tips: Keep an Eye on your Credit

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Did you know? - The Fair Credit Reporting Act guarantees you access to your credit report for free from each of the three nationwide credit reporting companies - Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion - every 12 months.

The Federal Trade Commission has received complaints from consumers who thought they were ordering their free annual credit report, and yet couldn't get it without paying fees or buying other services. TV ads, email offers, or online search results may tout "free" credit reports, but there is only one authorized source for a truly free credit report.

Visit ftc.gov to learn more about this service.

BBB Video: Lottery Scam

One of the most common calls we get at the BBB are regarding Lottery Scams. Scam artists are constantly trying to trick consumers by using new tactics. Watch the video to learn the newest way consumers are being scammed.

Watch the Video Here

Show your BBB Accreditation with decals, tent cards, and logos

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For Accredited Business decals or tent cards, Contact Sandy Maslansky at: sandy@neworleans.bbb.org for use at your BBB Accredited Business.

For high resolution, vector based BBB Accredited Business logo graphics to use in your advertising, e-mail info@neworleans.bbb.org with the business name and request.

If you have any changes to your company's contact information or need to contact us with any corrections, please do so at: info@neworleans.bbb.org.

Welcome to New BBB Accredited Businesses - January 2012

The Better Business Bureau is proud to announce the following new BBB Accredited Businesses during January 2012. This means that these companies have agreed to uphold the BBB Standards of Trust, including advertising honestly, honoring promises, and being responsive to marketplace issues.

Click here to view the BBB Standards for Trust.

A & H Service Company, Inc

A Fast Service

A Service Cab Company, Inc.

Acadian Factory Direct Flooring

Acadian Flooring America

All Things New Construction, LLC

Alliance Insurance Agency Services

American Flooring Design Center

Ann Becnel Companion Dogs, LLC

Baker Sales, Inc

Big Easy Limos, Inc.

Bonded Construction Company

Bouche Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.

Brotherhood Way Contractor

C & G Welding Inc

C R Trahan Contractors, Inc.

Camellia Gardens, LLC

Card Nola, LLC

Cisco's Heating & Air Conditioning

Crowne Plaza New Orleans Airport Hotel

Divine Coatings

Dorsey Bryant General Contractors, LLC

Evergreen Lawn Care

Fradella's Collision Center, Inc.

Green Grants LLC

Gypsum SubFloors, Inc.

Habitat Restore The

Heavenly Hostess Cakes

Home Improvement Group of Louisiana, LLC

Hurricane BBQ & Seafood Company

I Shred, LLC

J B C Services, LLC

KD Homes Builder, LLC

Liuzza's By The Track

Marco's Pizza, LLC

Mid City Security, LLC

Muskie Construction LLC

Olde Tyme Interiors Inc

Omni Storage I

Omni Storage II

Omni Storage VI

Omni Storage X

Omni Storage, LCC

Owen Richard Construction Company

Permits Secured, LLC

Peters Home Improvement

Plumbing & Mechanical Construction, LLC

Pump N Sand, LLC

Relief Spark, Inc

Road Hog LLC

Royal Parking, LLC

S N Housecleaning, LLC

Seasons Estate Liquidators, LLC

Splendor Farms, LLC

Spotlight Shine Mobile Detailing, LLC

Star Pro Construction, LLC

Sweetcakes & Candy Emporium

Sylvia's Designs & Estate Jewelry

The Reynolds Company

Tojo's Lawn Care, LLC

Ultra Modern Contractors, LLC

We Salute You

These companies are loyal and supportive BBB Accredited Businesses. They are representative of the many sizes and types of businesses that uphold the BBB Standards of Trust. Each has been randomly selected and the starting year of their BBB Accreditation is noted below.

Each BBB Accredited Business has committed to the BBB Standards for Trust.

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Please feel free to contact us if you find that this e-mail has been directed to an incorrect address, or if you need to change your company's contact information.
phone: (504) 522-9363 fax: (504) 524-9110 e-mail: info@neworleans.bbb.org