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		<title>Beware of Memorial Day Scams Aimed at Military Personnel</title>
		<link>http://tucsoncitizen.com/bbbconsumeralert/2013/05/24/beware-of-memorial-day-scams-aimed-at-military-personnel/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2013 16:08:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nick LaFleur</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Memorial Day is a time to honor those who serve and remember those who have died in war. But sadly, it has also become a key opportunity for scammers to target those who are serving or have served their nation, especially elderly veterans. As Memorial Day approaches, the Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona urges [...]]]></description>
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		<title>BBB Urges Donor Caution after Tornadoes</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2013 21:06:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nick LaFleur</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In the wake of the devastating tornadoes that ripped through Oklahoma yesterday, and in north Texas last week, Better Business Bureau and BBB Wise Giving Alliance have issued tips to help donors make smart giving decisions and to avoid scams. “After every natural disaster and manmade catastrophe, we see an outpouring of generosity, along with [...]]]></description>
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		<title>With Memorial Day Near, BBB Warns Of Scams Targeting Veterans, Soldiers</title>
		<link>http://tucsoncitizen.com/bbbconsumeralert/2013/05/22/with-memorial-day-near-bbb-warns-of-scams-targeting-veterans-soldiers/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2013 14:58:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nick LaFleur</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Memorial Day is a time to honor veterans and active duty military for their service to our country. Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona is alerting soldiers, veterans and their families to scams tied to or targeting the military. “We can never give veterans and active soldiers enough thanks for their service,” said Kim States, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Close the door on high pressure sales tactics</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2013 14:50:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nick LaFleur</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona is warning consumers to be on guard when it comes to high-pressure sales tactics over the next few months. There are many businesses that go door-to-door selling everything from cosmetic products to magazine subscriptions. In 2012, BBB received over 1,700 complaints against door-to-door sales companies nationwide. Most complaints alleged [...]]]></description>
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		<title>BBB offers tips on using your home for short-term rentals</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2013 15:44:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nick LaFleur</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Short-term home rentals are soaring in popularity amongst homeowners and out-of-towners. As the summer music festivals approach, and with the Memorial Day and Fourth of July holidays just around the corner, many homeowners may choose to offer their home as a short-term rental. Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona has these helpful and important tips [...]]]></description>
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		<title>BBB Warns of Phone Directory Scam</title>
		<link>http://tucsoncitizen.com/bbbconsumeralert/2013/05/19/bbb-warns-of-phone-directory-scam/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 19 May 2013 14:39:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nick LaFleur</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona is warning local businesses to beware of a yellow page directory invoice being faxed and mailed to area businesses. BBB received several calls from local businesses who received faxes or mailers from multiple yellow page directory companies. The correspondence asks businesses to verify their company information. The official-looking verification [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Business Owners Guide to Summer Hiring</title>
		<link>http://tucsoncitizen.com/bbbconsumeralert/2013/05/18/business-owners-guide-to-summer-hiring/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2013 12:12:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nick LaFleur</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Summer is here and with it a multitude of teens, college students and many others looking for employment &#8211; even if just for a few months. Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona reminds employers that hiring seasonal workers- regardless of age- involves following many of the laws and regulations that apply to full-time employees. If [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Consumers should Carefully Check for Hidden Fees When Making Vacation Plans</title>
		<link>http://tucsoncitizen.com/bbbconsumeralert/2013/05/17/consumers-should-carefully-check-for-hidden-fees-when-making-vacation-plans/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2013 15:30:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nick LaFleur</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Apparent bargain-priced vacations may be presenting only a portion of the customer-cost story. Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona advises consumers to carefully investigate and compare vacation plans, as well as ask questions about extra fees that could significantly impact your vacation budget. Some airlines are adding fees for many services from luggage to online [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Don’t get bugged by the wrong pest control business</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2013 11:28:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nick LaFleur</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Warmer temperatures and rainy weather are bringing out various insects you probably don‘t want in your home.In the spring and summer months, Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona generally sees an increase in consumer inquiries for pest control companies. Nationally, BBB received more than 4,100 complaints regarding pest control services in 2012. Most alleged work [...]]]></description>
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		<title>FBI Issues Cyber Security Advisory That Could Impact All Users of Microsoft Explorer 8</title>
		<link>http://tucsoncitizen.com/bbbconsumeralert/2013/05/15/fbi-issues-cyber-security-advisory-that-could-impact-all-users-of-microsoft-explorer-8/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 12:13:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nick LaFleur</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona is urging all consumers and businesses to pay close attention to a Cyber Security Advisory issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation regarding a vulnerability in Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 8 browser (IE8) that could allow scammers to access and take over users’ computers. The risk for all users – [...]]]></description>
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