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February 2016

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Dear BBB Accredited Business,


It's that time again... Tax Season. Don't get caught off guard by scams, BBB brings you tips to prepare you for this Tax Season.

 

In the Newest Scam targeting small business owners, scam artists use the name "American chamber of commerce" to try and trick unsuspecting business owners. Learn how to avoid this scam!

 

Learn how to shop smart this Valentine's Day with BBB tips.  We also bring you a BBB Video with Cynthia Albert and Fox 8 on how to avoid Valentine's Day Scams. 
 

 It was recently announced that the BBB will support the White House in the "Cyber security National Action Plan". You will find the full press release as well as Five Steps to Better Business Cyber security below. 

 

Have you heard about BBB Scam Tracker? Find out how you can help Your BBB track scams in the area!

 

Are using the Accredited Business seal? Contact your local BBB if you need to know more about the Seal and how you can make it work for your business!

Don't forget to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.  

 

New Accredited Businesses can be on the lookout for a mention in your BBB's social media accounts! 

 

Heather Peters

BBB serving Southeast Louisiana 
 
Are you ready for Tax Season?                              
           
2016 Tax Season is here. Many consumers and businesses start early so it's important to be aware of scams that are circulating. BBB brings you helpful resources and tips to avoid being scammed! 
 
 

BBB Scam Alert:Con Uses Chamber of Commerce Name  

scam alert
Business owners and employees should be wary of directory scams. Own a small business or work for one? Watch out for this con that's targeting businesses by posing as the "American Chamber of Commerce." 

 
BBB Tips: Avoid Fraud & Heartbreak this Valentine's Day
As We continue to see the trend rise with online shopping, consumers rely on the ease of shopping online to purchase gifts for Valentine's Day. Buyers should make sure they know who they are shopping with and that they are shopping on a legitimate website. 

 

BBB Supports New White House "Cybersecurity National Action Plan" 


The Council of Better Business Bureaus (CBBB) is joining with the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA) and major high-tech industry leaders in supporting President Obama's "Cybersecurity National Action Plan," which was announced by the White House this morning. 

 

 BBB Video: Valentines Day Scams                        


Cynthia Albert (BBB) joins Shelley Brown (Fox 8 Morning Show) to advise how to spot the signs of a scam ahead of Valentines Day.  

 
BBB Scam Tracker                                                  

Better Business Bureau has launched BBB Scam Tracker to provide consumers across North America with a place to report scams and fraud, and to warn others of malicious or suspicious activities. All 112 BBBs operating in Canada and the United States are now collecting information from consumers and processing data, which is shared with law enforcement agencies for use in identifying and prosecuting scammers.


 


 

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Your BBB serving Southeast Louisiana has made a strong presence on Social Media!  Start following us today! 


 

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Welcome to New BBB Accredited Businesses- January 2016     
WDSU Channel 6

The Better Business Bureau is proud to announce the following new BBB Accredited Businesses during January 2016. 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.                                                                             
Jeff Leblanc Services
Mel's Transportation II, LLC
Vector Marketing
A & P Solutions,LLC
Affordable Fast Gutters LLC
Pelican Paint Group
White Star Commercial Inc.
Harry Lucas Development, LLC
Patricia Licciardi Insurance Agency, Inc.
Intrepid Builders LLC
Jeremy Epstein Law, LLC
Sylvan Learning of Harvey
TB Backhoe Services, LLC
Absolute Led Solutions
Beehive Behavioral Health LLC
Cameron Clesi Foundations, LLC
Eagle Plumbing Repairs & Drain Cleaning LLC
J J S M, Inc.
Rachel's Stylish Pups Inc.
Southern Heritage Construction LLC
T G & C Home Repairs
Window Solutions by Richylyn
Electronic Filing & Income Tax Service
Innovative Turbine Aircraft Solutions LLC
Grid Iron Construction LLC
Foundation Materials, Inc.
Ellsworth Corporation
Nola AV, LLC
River Region Chamber of Commerce
Uneeda Cleaners
Mel's Transportation II, LLC
IPC Negotiators 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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