Warm weather is here and many consumers are considering an in-ground swimming pool. Before choosing a dealer or builder, think about how your family will use the swimming pool.

After seeing victims of con artists each year, I encourage everyone to become a more educated consumer. Though scams take infinite forms, there are basic principles underlying all of them.

There is a scam that preys on the emotions of seniors who want nothing more than to ensure the safety of their grandchildren.

Graduation time is upon us, a time when many college and high school graduates will enter the world of work. Those that have not yet lined up a job are likely to use Internet resources to pursue ...

It is spring, a time when many peoples' thoughts turn to home improvement. Whether you are planning a small or large project, it pays to look beyond the lowest bid.

Spring is close and, according to consumer inquiries, many brides-to-be are busy planning their wedding.

Credit is a convenience; it allows you to charge a meal, pay for an appliance with an installment plan or take out a loan to buy a house.

The market for counterfeit luxury items is wide and deep, selling everything from jewelry and perfume to handbags and sunglasses.

While many auto-repair shops are legitimate, there are always those unscrupulous few that end up sucking thousands of unnecessary repair dollars from consumers.

E-mail phishing scams using the Better Business Bureau's name and logo continue to proliferate across the Web.

Now is the time to plan ahead so the 2012 holidays are merry and bright, not overshadowed by debt.

The Better Business Bureau reminds shoppers to know their return rights before making the purchase. It’s always better to ask than to assume.

Because of technology and the creativity of charities, there are many ways donors can give to a worthy cause.

More than 60 domain names have been registered in the name of Santa Claus, offering children a wide range of opportunities to e-mail St. Nick.

Whether you’re hoping to switch to a new merchant processor or are picking one for the first time, choosing wisely is an important decision.

With the chilly weather fast approaching, many consumers are yearning for a toasty fire by the fireplace and looking to have their chimneys cleaned in preparation.

So far, in 2011, BBB has already received more than 440 complaints against the gift card industry, a huge increase from the 33 complaints received in 2010.

The Better Business Bureau is advising business owners to follow a few simple steps to ensure the financial health of their businesses.

As mold can ultimately destroy anything that it lands on, it's important to act smart and fast.

Participating in a beauty pageant might provide a rewarding experience, but many would-be contestants find that some pageant promoters do not deliver what they promise.