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Business Email Compromise, or BEC, are scams that usually target businesses, rather than individuals.  But let’s face it, today most everyone uses email for work and personal communication, making all of us potential victims of this fraud.  Learn how to protect yourself from this type of scam on this episode.  

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As we approach the holidays, many people like to get their home repairs done before visitors come calling.  Whether you are doing simple repairs, adding on to your home or renovating a room, if you need outside help with your project, hiring a contractor may well be your best solution.  In this episode, you’ll learn how to safely navigate the waters of hiring and working with a contractor.  

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Identity theft is a massive violation of your privacy!  It involves taking your personal information such as your name, Social Security Number, or financial account number, and using it for an unlawful purpose.  Unfortunately, given today’s pervasive use of electronic devices, you are increasingly more susceptible.  In fact, in 2014, more than 14 million consumers were affected.  And to add insult to injury, identity theft can take a long time to detect.  Damage to your assets, credit, and reputation can be affected long before you even know you’ve been scammed.  The good news is, there are precautions you can take–which you’ll hear about in this episode.  

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Rick Copeland, President and Executive Director of Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties and Deputy District Attorney Vicki Johnson, discuss their mutual goal to protect citizens from dishonest business practices.  On this special episode, Rick encourages listeners to report scams online with ‘Scam Tracker‘ and explains the many facets of the Better Business Bureau.  They also invite citizens in Santa Barbara County to stop by their offices at 211 Victoria St, Ste A, or to call them at 805-963-8657.  For more information, visit their website.  

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The Better Business Bureau shares fiscal tips to start the new school year affordably.  This show focuses on ways to get the best value for your money on small items such as paper pencils and notebooks, as well as big ticket electronics like laptops and cell phones.  In addition, they explain the difference between a guarantee and a warranty.  To learn more, visit the BBB Ad Truth Page by clicking here.

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Welcome to the first episode of Your Moment of Trust, sponsored by the Better Business Bureau serving the Tri-Counties.  Each week, this show sill share tips and resources on how you can help us in our ongoing mission…which is: to Advance Marketplace Trust between business and consumers.  So we hope you’ll tune in each week for valuable information that you can use every day.  

For more information, visit click here

Or call us at 805-963-8657

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This episode focuses on Truth in Advertising and how to spot fraudulent, confusing and/or unsubstantiated advertising claims.  

Check BBB Ad Truth online at https://www.bbb.org/ad-truth

 

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