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09/16/2013
Organizations meeting all 20 BBB Wise Giving Alliance Standards for Charity Accountability achieve significantly higher fundraising revenue, according to a new research study. The study concluded that “meeting BBB Standards for Charity Accountability is positively associated with increased levels of public support as measured by fundraising revenue.”
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07/02/2013
The New York BBB Education and Research Foundation announced its Board of Trustees for 2013.
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06/03/2013
The Better Business Bureau Serving Metropolitan New York is alerting the public to reports by consumers of work-at-home re-shipping scams claiming to be based in New York City.
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05/30/2013
Vacation rentals can be a great way to save money when traveling on a tight budget or to have a different kind of vacation experience that you may not get by staying in a traditional lodging facility. Rental properties may offer larger space and more of the comforts of home, including a kitchen and laundry room, sometimes for less money than a hotel. Rentals may be particularly appealing to large families or groups traveling together. Whether they are booking a vacation rental for cost, space or convenience, Better Business Bureau encourages vacationers to do their research to be sure they are getting the accommodations they wanted.
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04/24/2013
Within days, crowdfunding sites reportedly raised more than $2 million to support victims of the Boston Marathon bombing tragedy. While online giving provides a quick and easy mechanism for supporting those in need, donors need to ask questions and know what to expect when contributing through crowdfunding websites.
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04/10/2013
Spring is finally here and for many, spring cleaning includes clearing out the clutter and paperwork that has accumulated over the past year. However, when it comes to financial records, not knowing what to keep or for how long can be trouble.
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03/06/2013
The Better Business Bureau Serving Metropolitan New York has announced its annual top ten complaint categories, listing those business categories which received the most complaints in 2012. The announcement was made during National Consumer Prevention Week (March 3-9, 2013), a coordinated campaign that encourages consumers nationwide to take full advantage of their consumer rights and make better-informed decisions.
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02/14/2013
If you're seeking true love by using a local or online dating service, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises you to be aware of potential scams as well as the pitfalls involved with some online dating services.
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01/28/2013
As tax season approaches, the Better Business Bureau reminds consumers to be cautious when choosing a tax preparer. Unscrupulous tax preparers may try to file false returns in your name, or may even try to have tax refund payments made to them instead of you. “It is extremely important to be careful and informed when you are choosing someone to prepare your taxes,” said Claire Rosenzweig, President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Serving Metro New York. “They will have access to your most important personally identifiable information.”
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12/20/2012
In light of the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut, the Better Business Bureau cautions donors about potential red flags in fund raising efforts to help that community and to be aware of the different circumstances that often emerge in tragedy-related philanthropy.
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11/09/2012
In the wake of Superstorm Sandy, which devastated many areas in the northeastern U.S., particularly in the tri-state area, the BBB Serving Metropolitan New York offers the following tips to help donors decide where to direct disaster relief donations: Be cautious when giving online.
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10/23/2012
New malware is targeting smartphones with Android operating systems. The Better Business Bureau is warning the owners of Android devices, who may not be familiar with these new forms of malware, about the need to take precautions.
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08/27/2012
During challenging economic times, it can be tempting to forego contributions to your retirement account, or even pull money out of an existing account to cover other expenses. “Some plans allow you to withdraw money for certain hardship reasons (to prevent eviction or foreclosure, for instance), but there can be some pretty tough financial consequences for tapping or ignoring your retirement plan,” warns Claire Rosenzweig, President and CEO of the BBB of Metro New York.
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07/17/2012
What does “staycation” mean to you? For some people, it means getting lots of home and garden projects done – painting, repairs, or tending vegetable gardens. For others, it means having budget-friendly adventures at or close to home – nearby parks and attractions, a neighborhood block party or a camping trip in the yard.
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06/11/2012
According to the US Census Bureau, there are 70.1 million fathers across the nation – that’s a whole lot of dads, and whole lot of Father’s Day gifts that could fall victim to a shopping scam. As we look to celebrate this special day with the men we love, it’s important to know how to spend money wisely on the perfect gift for Dad. Better Business Bureau has some suggestions.
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