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August 2013

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Dear BBB Accredited Business,

 

Do you receive the BBB Scam Alert E-newsletter? Our first article celebrates the 2nd anniversary of the BBB scam alert and gives details on how to subscribe.

 

College students are heading back to campus across Southeast Louisiana. Students are the perfect target for Identity theft as they may be just starting to use their credit and probably don't monitor their credit closely. Find out how to keep your College Student's ID safe. 

 

We hear about "Obamacare" nearly everyday on the news. Something new happening, something changing, etc. With all the hype regarding "obamacare" it is easy for scammers to use this new program to scam consumers. 

Read our article regarding new scams that are surfacing. 

 

Taking an end of summer trip or planning for a Fall getaway. Bed Bugs can be a pest of a problem. Read our article to learn what to look for and what to do if you find them on your vacation. 

 

 

Heather Peters

 

BBB serving Southeast Louisiana

 
 

Happy Anniversary, BBB Scam Alert! 

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It's been two years since Better Business Bureau launched BBB Scam Alert, a weekly e-newsletter with information about the very latest scams. In 2012, Scam Alert became part of BBB Scam Stopper, a consumer education program developed by BBB in partnership with Western Union.
 
Find out how to get scam alerts
 

7 BBB Tips to Avoid ID Theft on Campus  

     

College students are susceptible to identity theft, however, the Better Business Bureau(BBB) recommends that they take seven simple steps to protect themselves on campus. 
 

Scammers Trying to Make Obamacare Confusion an Opportunity for Identity Theft, Warns Better Business Bureau 

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With the implementation of the Affordable Care Act, commonly labeled "Obamacare," on the horizon, scammers are finding it to be the latest opportunity to steal people's identities. 
  
 
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Sleep Tight; Don't Let the Bed Bugs Bite! 

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Squeezing in one more vacation before the summer's out? Make sure it's one to remember...and not because your hotel was infested with bed bugs.  Take the time to ensure that your hotel room is bug free before you settle in. BBB and the NPMA recommend the following tips to avoid bed bugs when traveling.

  


 
Benefits of BBB Accreditation     

 

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The BBB is a non profit organization that is funded solely through BBB Membership. We value Accredited Businesses greatly for supporting the efforts of the BBB.

 

There are many valuable benefits to BBB Accreditation. The following are some of them!

  • Listing in an our AB Web Directory
  • A free listing on the BBB website that is your company's business profile.  
  • The ability to display BBB Logos on business material and to use in marketing & advertisement.
  • The ability to login to your business profile & customize your company's report with the BBB.
  • Co-op Advertising with TV, radio, print, online, and other media.

These are just some of the many benefits of BBB Accreditation! If you have questions regarding your accreditation call our office and we will be happy to assist you!  

 

Do you know someone who is not taking advantage of BBB Membership? Pass this information along to them and help them become a BBB Accredited Business!

   

 
Welcome to New BBB Accredited Businesses -July 2013     
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The Better Business Bureau is proud to announce the following new BBB Accredited Businesses during July 2013. 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.
  

Advanced Hearing Aid Center, Inc.

All Things New Construction, LLC

B & R Diesel Parts Rebuild

Baker Stucco Inc

Bathcrest Of South Louisiana

Boss Used Cars LLC

CDW Services, LLC

Chuck Poore Plumbing & Heating

DMD Renovations LLC

Dub Beasley Complete Car Care Service

Express Tech Automotive, Inc.

Furniture Warehouse

Heavenly Hostess Cakes

Jack Ussery Construction LLC

JEM Services, LLC

Kenner Automotive Repair, Inc.

King Marble & Granite

L & R Security Services, Inc.

Moreau's Thermal Services, Inc.

Oliver's A/C & Heating

Omni Mobility Services, LLC

Service Air & Heat, Inc.

Spray Foam Systems LLC

Sweetwater Marina & Lodge

Window Solutions by Richylyn

Winters, Brian D Renovations

 

 
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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