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As the Tri-Counties and many other communities across the country prepare for the U.S. 2020 census, the Better Business Bureau is issuing a warning against scammers who may use this opportunity as an opportunity to steal your information.  In this podcast, you’ll learn how the Census Bureau operates so you won’t be fooled by impostors!  To report a scam or research scams, visit BBB Scam Tracker or call BBB of the Tri-Counties at 805-963-8657.

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BBB Scam Tracker is receiving reports of a con that tricks car sellers or buyers into purchasing vehicle reports from scam sites.  Don’t fall for this scam!  To report scams or research them, visit BBB Scam Tracker or call BBB of the Tri-Counties at 805-963-8657.  

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A new report, “Exposed to Scams: What Separates Victims from Non-Victims,” reveals who is more likely to lose money to scammers.  The research also shows that the highest engagement and victimization rates involve online purchases and social media–outpacing telephone, mail and email fraud. Be sure to report or research scams at BBB Scam Tracker.  Or, contact BBB of the Tri-Counties at 806-963-8657.

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In this timely podcast, Better Business Bureau of the Tri-counties shares tips to get the most out of your gym membership.  To visit their website, click here.    Or, call them at 805-963-8657

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BBB of the Tr-Counties shares the following tips to help your holiday returns to go smoothly.  

1.  Get to know store policies.

2.  Understand online store return policies.

3.  Get the details on a product’s warranty.  

4.  Keep your receipt and packaging.

5.  Bring your ID.

6.  Make returns in a timely fashion.  

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Where do you turn when you have a misunderstanding with a company, store or service provider?  Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties can help ease your frustration when it comes to resolving a dispute with a business.  Every year, BBB helps nearly a million people settle disputes with businesses, including problems related to advertising, sales, contracts, customer service, delivery, products, warranties, billing, repairs, refunds and more.  

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By connecting purpose to their bottom line, social impact businesses are reshaping economies and invigorating communities.  The Better Business Bureau has launched a  new program, called BBB4Good, to recognize businesses that deliver outstanding service and give back to the community.  Please email the BBB at info@bbb.org with your suggestions for companies you believe deserve to be included in their prestigious list of Social Impact Companies.  The company must be located in Santa Barbara, Ventura or San Luis Obispo County.  In your email, please use the subject line: Social Impact.  

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Influencers, celebrities and other people with strong online followings can seem legitimate–but oftentimes they’re not.  This episode will help you avoid falling prey to a social media hoax.  

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