Watch Out for Fraudulent & Misleading Facebook & Instagram Ads

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What to do when Old Debt Comes Back to Haunt you..

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/21002339/height/100/width//thumbnail/no/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1785518/custom-color/87A93A” height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] In this episode, BBB of the Tri-Counties gives advice on researching old debt, or ‘Zombie’ debt that comes back to haunt  you.  A BIG thank you to Ayers Automotive Repair in Santa Barbara, for sponsoring this podcast.  Subscribe today so you don’t miss a […]

Tips on Identifying Identity Theft Early

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20881064/height/100/width//thumbnail/no/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1785518/custom-color/87A93A” height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] BBB of the Tri-Counties gives tips on ways to recognize the signs of identity theft early!  Subscribe to Your Moment of Trust today, so you don’t miss out on their valuable tips and advice!  This podcast is sponsored by Ayers Automotive Repairs, a proud […]

Tips for Hiring a Tutor for your Child or Teen

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20799089/height/100/width//thumbnail/no/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1785518/custom-color/87A93A” height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] BBB of the Tri-Counties gives great advice on things to consider when hiring a tutor for your child or teen.  Thank you to our sponsor, Ayers Automotive Repairs, for sponsoring Your Moment of Trust.  Subscribe today so you don’t miss a single episode! Check […]

How to Choose a Reputable Home Security Company

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20741741/height/100/width//thumbnail/no/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1785518/custom-color/87A93A” height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] Recently, Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties has been hearing a lot of complaints about Home Security Companies.  People are being contacted out of the blue and are told that their current home security company went out of business.  The person who contacted them […]

Scammers Pretend to Be your Friends on Facebook–Don’t Fall for it!

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20657519/height/100/width//thumbnail/no/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1785518/custom-color/87A93A” height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] Don’t fall for scammers who pretend to be your friends on Facebook.  Generally, they try to get you to click on a link for a great offer or product, try to get you to donate to a phony charity or send you a friend […]

Support Small Businesses

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20560295/height/100/width//thumbnail/no/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1785518/custom-color/87A93A” height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] BBB of the Tri-Counties celebrates Small Business Week with the Small Business Administration.  It honors the perseverance, strength and perseverance of small businesses and encourages consumers to give them their loyalty.  #smallbusinessweek Check out this episode!

Teach your Kids to Avoid Cyber Criminals Online

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20396162/height/100/width//thumbnail/no/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1785518/custom-color/87A93A” height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] Timely tips from Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties on how to keep your family safe from cyber criminals.  A HUGE THANK YOU to Ayers Automotive Repairs in Santa Barbara for sponsoring this important podcast.  Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss a […]

How to Be Sure You’re Giving to a Legitimate Cause

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20328422/height/100/width//thumbnail/no/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1785518/custom-color/87A93A” height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] Scam artists are opportunistic and often pretend to be raising funds for legitimate causes and charities, while really keeping the money for themselves.  In this episode, BBB of the Tri-Counties gives tips on how to determine if a charity or cause is reputable.  A […]