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June 2014

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Dear BBB Accredited Business,

 

Taking a Vacation? Making Home Improvements? Consumers tackle many different things during the summer months which is why scam artists can take advantage of these same consumers. Take a look at the BBB Top 5 Summer Scams to make sure you don't get scammed this summer!

 

Almost everyone has a debit/credit card and most of us have signed up for new fraud alerts offered by those companies. But what if the "alert" you receive is not legit? Find out how to tell the difference between the fake and the real deal!

 

Even though school is out Scam Artists will try to prey on school supply stores and try rack in thousands of dollars of "phony" school supplies. Watch out for this scam this summer!

 

The USPS is alerting consumers of an email circulating that claims its from the United States Postal Service even though it is not. The email may contain a harmful virus and consumers are urged not to open it!

 

Hurricane Season is under way. Find out the best ways to give to charities that help victims of a Hurricane! Cynthia Albert joins Fox 8 to bring you some tips on how to do so safely.

 

 

 

Heather Peters

 

BBB serving Southeast Louisiana

 

 
 

Top 5 Summer Scams

Summer is a great time to take that long-overdue vacation or make much-needed home repairs, but as the weather heats up, so do scams. Better Business Bureau is warning consumers about these popular summer scams.
 
 

Scam Alert -- Your Credit/Debit Card Hasn't Been Deactivated 

With many banks offering fraud alerts for credit and debit cards, it can be easy to fall for fake versions. Watch out for automated phone calls and text messages that claim your card has been deactivated. It's really an attempt to get you to share banking information.
 
 
Scammers Impersonate schools and steal supplies
 

School may be ending for the summer, but this school impersonation con is just ramping up. Scammers are posing as school representatives and ordering thousands of dollars of goods on real credit accounts.

 

 Read more about this scam

 


 
Fake USPS Emails Carry Virus
 

The United States Postal Service is warning residents about fake emails using their name. The messages claim to be alerts about an undelivered package, but they really carry a virus.  

 

       USPS Fake Email Information

 

 
Video: BBB gives tips on Hurricane Relief Charities
 

 

Cynthia Albert joins Fox 8 news to bring cosumers and businesses tips on giving to Hurricane Relief Charities!

 

        Watch the Video Here

 

 
 
Benefits of BBB Accreditation     

 

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The BBB is a non profit organization that is funded solely through BBB Accreditation Fees. 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 BBB Business Review.
  • The ability to display BBB Accredited Business Seal on business material and to use in marketing & advertisement.
  • The ability to login to the AB Only Section of our website & customize your BBB Business Review. 
  • 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 Accreditation? Pass this information along to them and help them become a BBB Accredited Business!

   

 
Welcome to New BBB Accredited Businesses- May 2014     
WDSU Channel 6

The Better Business Bureau is proud to announce the following new BBB Accredited Businesses during May 2014. 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-1 Automotive & Transmission

A-J-K Renovations, LLC

Aamco of Mandeville

Advantage Home Improvement, LLC

Air Service A/C & Heating

Andrews Remodeling LLC

Angel's Concrete

Avita Pharmacy

Bayou Bengal LLC

Champ Electric

CJ's Father & Son Lawn Care Service

Daniel H Pastrana Residential Building Contractor

E. Acosta & Son Plumbing

Etan Enterprises, LLC

Farrell's Tree Service and Landscaping

Fresh Cut Landscaping

Graffagnini's Tree Experts

Harry Lucas Development, LLC

Imperial Fencing LLC

Imports Etc LLC

Jose's Concrete Services, LLC

King's Men Enterprises LLC

La's Best, LLC

Labiche Plumbing, Inc.

Lanza Cleaning Service, LLC

Lil Al's Plumbing, LLC

Lopez Tile Depot LLC

M & M Patio

Mr Goldman Canal New Orleans

New Beginnings Home Improvements, LLC

New Orleans East Tires, Inc.

New Orleans Millworks, LLC

NOLA Property Managers, Inc

North American Cleaning Crew LLC

Pellegrin Marine Inc

Poree Jeff Plastering LLC

Premiere Metro Group, LLC

Professional Auto Engines

R C I LLC

Renovaire, LLC

Silva Construction, LLC

T.A.P.S. Landscaping & Maintenance

The Olympic Group, LLC

Townsend

 
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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