Don't Fall for the Deceptive Pitch
of a Door-to-Door Alarm Salesman
The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be extremely cautious when answering the door to traveling alarm system salespersons. The BBB has received complaints from area homeowners who were subjected to high-pressure sales tactics and felt deceived by the salesperson into buying an expensive alarm and monitoring system.
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President's Column:
Dad might be right this time – fake checks are believable to many!
My son, Nick, did a great thing this summer with his grandpa. He bought, fixed up and sold a car. This adventure took him across the city to salvage yards, used tire stores, body shops and more. He posted his "For Sale" ad on Craigslist and had lots of interest.
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BBB Alert:
Beware of BBB Imposters
Better Business Bureaus across the country are receiving reports of a new scam on Craigslist and other sites that deceive buyers by falsely claiming BBB accreditation and participation in a phony buyer’s protection program. The BBB warns that there is no such thing as a BBB Purchase Protection Program and any online seller claiming participation in this program is scamming customers.
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Heads Up...
Yellow Page deadlines are approaching so if you are an Accredited Business that regularly makes authorized use of the logo in their advertising or if you are an Accredited Business that has never advertised and would like to, please give us a call at, 515-243-5027 or 800-222-1600. Our logo and logo usage has changed and we want everyone using the current version. We may need to provide you with the current logo and additional rules for usage. We are always happy to review your ad.

Shred It, October 17, 2009 is scheduled as our annual free document disposal event. Look for more details in next months Newsline.

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