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12/05/2012

BBB Tips: Driving Safely While Shopping During the Holiday Season

Driving on shopping trips during the holidays requires some extra safety precautions.

11/02/2012

Sticking to Your Holiday Budget

With the joy of the holidays comes the stress of over spending…and over-spending.

10/30/2012

Does Long-Term Care Insurance Make Sense for You?

According to the National Clearinghouse for Long Term Care Information, long term care is “a range of services and supports you may need to meet your health or personal needs over a long period of time.”

10/22/2012

Of Auto-Deer Collisions and Your Insurance Coverage

With migrating and mating season occurring between October and December, your chances of a single-vehicle accident involving a deer or other large animal just went up. Are you covered?

07/11/2012

Tips for Navigating Rental Car Process

Did someone say road trip? With gas prices now averaging $3.50 a gallon, many people are renting vehicles to head to the hills – and beyond.

06/20/2012

Use Your Cellphone Carrier’s Data Limit Protection to Your Advantage

Children and teens can easily go over their cellphone data limit playing games, surfing the Internet and downloading music. When it comes to monitoring your child’s cellphone and data use, there are easy steps parents can take to ensure that your monthly bills don’t come as an unpleasant surprise.

03/28/2012

Don’t Let an 'Authorization Hold' Hold You Hostage

Credit is a convenience; it allows you to charge a meal on your credit card, pay for an appliance with an installment plan, or take out a loan to buy a house. But your BBB advises being aware of what the banking industry calls an “authorization hold” and how it could affect your available funds.

03/08/2012

Four BBB Tips for Driving a Good Deal When You Sell Your Car

When looking to sell your vehicle, you don’t need to be a rocket scientist, but you do need to know how to get your car into the right hands.

01/25/2012

Locksmiths Unlock Customer Frustrations

Standing outside his house on a cold night last year, Austin resident Carlos Marquez did not feel like he was in any position to argue with the locksmith who had come out to help him get the broken key out of his lock. Marquez’s family was trying to stay warm in the car, and he had been quoted a reasonable price, $39, on the phone.

12/20/2011

BBB Warns of Phone Scam Aimed at Hotel Guests

Many people will be traveling to see family and friends in the next few weeks. Scammers know this too, and may try to trick you into divulging your credit card information by posing as hotel employees. The BBB is warning holiday travelers to beware of a telephone phishing scam designed to steal credit card numbers.

12/12/2011

Keeping Your Pets Happy and Safe when Boarding this Holiday Season

As much as pet owners want to take their furry friends with them wherever they go, sometimes it’s just not feasible. That’s why finding a kennel or pet care service you can trust is paramount.

12/01/2011

BBB Tips for Avoiding the Holiday Travel Headache

The holidays are a time of cheer, but they can also be a time for battling traffic and bad weather on the road. Staying safe should be a top priority for all travelers so Better Business Bureau recommends taking a few precautions when hitting the road this holiday.

11/29/2011

BBB Tips for Selecting a Merchant Processor

Whether you’re looking to make a switch or picking one for the first time, choosing a merchant processor is an important decision that can be vital to the overall success of your business.

11/09/2011

Local Body Shop Wrecks Customer Patience

The only real solutions offered by Austin’s Collision Solution seem to be empty promises, deception and shoddy work, customers say. Better Business Bureau is cautioning Austin customers about the auto body shop after receiving seven complaints this year regarding its quality of work and customer service. The company answered only one of those complaints.

11/03/2011

BBB Tips for Purchasing Gift Cards

Consumers love gift cards because they’re easy to obtain and the recipients are happy because they can purchase something they actually want. It’s a win-win situation.


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