BBB Gives Advice on Choosing Help with your Tax Preparations

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/25740120/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] A Podcast by BBB of the Tri-Counties:  https://www.bbb.org/local-bbb/bbb-of-… Welcome to this week’s edition of Your Moment of Trust. This year, United States taxpayers must file their income tax forms before the April 18, 2023 deadline. For many people, major life changes, business ownership, or […]

BBB Tips on Choosing a Gym Membership

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/25654560/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] A Podcast by BBB of the Tri-Counties: https://www.bbb.org/local-bbb/bbb-of-… Welcome to this week’s edition of Your Moment of Trust! If your goal is to lose weight, get in better shape, or improve your overall health, deciding to join a gym may be the first step. […]

BBB’s Online Resolutions to Stay Safe Online

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/25591893/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: https://www.bbb.org/local-bbb/bbb-of-… Sponsored by Ayers Repairs in Santa Barbara: https://www.ayersrepairs.com BBB recommends adding a few precautionary steps to the New Year’s resolution list, along with the weight loss and financial goals, to help make the upcoming days and months fraud-free. ● […]

BBB Shares Tips to Spot Coupon Scams

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/25517841/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] A podcast by BBB of the Tri-Counties https://www.bbb.org/local-bbb/bbb-of-… Sponsored by Ayers Automotive Repairs in Santa Barbara https://ayersrepairs.com Everyone loves a good deal, and scammers know it. Counterfeit coupons are a popular way for scammers to steal your identity and money. Motives and methods vary, […]

BBB of the Tri-Counties and the Santa Barbara County DA’s Office Join Forces

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/25464726/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] SPECIAL EDITION!!   Richard Copelan, President of BBB of the Tri-Counties and Deputy District Attorney Vicki Johnson from the County of Santa Barbara join forces and interview each other!   Vicki asks Richard about BBB’s Scam Tracker:   Richard informs us that the new and […]

Crooks are Luring Customers Off of Site Like Etsy to Fraudulant Sites

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/25410390/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] Brought to you by BBB of the Tri-Counties:  Welcome to this week’s edition of Your Moment of Trust! When the holiday season rolls around, many shoppers turn to online seller platforms to find unique, handmade gifts for their friends and family. Scammers have taken […]

Avoid Impersonation Scams this Holiday Season

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/25344099/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] Brought to you by BBB of the Tri-Counties (https://www.bbb.org/local-bbb/bbb-of-… ) The Better Business Bureau® is partnering with Amazon to drive an education campaign aimed at helping consumers spot impersonation scams during this holiday season (BBB.org/ImpersonationScams). This scam tactic occurs when a scammer pretends to […]

Tips to Choose and Store Passwords to Keep you Safe Online

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/25271832/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] A Podcast by BBB of the Tri-Counties: https://www.bbb.org/local-bbb/bbb-of-… Wireless technologies such as Bluetooth® and Wi-Fi have forever changed the way people not only interact with one another, but also how they complete day to day activities such as shopping, researching, banking, eating, and communicating. […]

BBB Warns Consumers about Delivery Scams

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/25193268/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] A Warning from BBB of the Tri-Counties ( https://www.bbb.org/local-bbb/bbb-of-… ) Welcome to this week’s edition of Your Moment of Trust! Some consumers have recently been getting text messages stating a major delivery carrier needs them to”update delivery preferences” on a package by clicking on […]

Advent Calendars are BIG Business: Tips to Getting your Money’s Worth

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/25127598/height/360/width//thumbnail/yes/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1785518/custom-color/005282″ height=”360″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] A Podcast by BBB of the Tri-Counties; https://www.bbb.org/local-bbb/bbb-of-the-tri-counties Advent calendars have become a fixture of the holiday season. Once a religious tradition for children, these calendars are now big business. They are targeted at all ages and contain anything from luxury beauty products to […]