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Fake jobs: Red flags, how to spot the differences when looking for work
Read full article: Fake jobs: Red flags, how to spot the differences when looking for workLinkedIn reports 50 percent of workers will actively look for a new job this year and most of those people will search online to find one. But beware, as job scams are a growing problem.
Ask Amy: 4 signs a roofer is trying to scam you
Read full article: Ask Amy: 4 signs a roofer is trying to scam youThe roofing industry is not regulated or licensed, so you really need to watch out. Investigator Amy Davis looks into what you should know before hiring roofing help and signs of a scam roofer.
CenterPoint Energy loses BBB accreditation; This is what the company is saying about it
Read full article: CenterPoint Energy loses BBB accreditation; This is what the company is saying about itCenterPoint Energy has lost its Better Business Bureau of Greater Houston and South Texas accreditation due to several issues the BBB has identified, according to its website.
Florida woman says she paid Christal Clear Designs over six-figures for home renovations and the company never showed up
Read full article: Florida woman says she paid Christal Clear Designs over six-figures for home renovations and the company never showed upA woman in Florida is speaking out, claiming she paid Christal Clear Designs over six figures for interior design work but the company never came to her home.
New populist BBB wins Dutch vote; Rutte coalition down
Read full article: New populist BBB wins Dutch vote; Rutte coalition downA new populist party riding the anger among Dutch farmers and rural communities at government policies to rein in agricultural pollution appears to be the big winner in provincial elections.
Atascocita family says contractor took their money, belongings before stopping communication with them
Read full article: Atascocita family says contractor took their money, belongings before stopping communication with themAn Atascocita family is sharing their story after they say a construction company took their money and their belongings and then stopped communicating with them.
Ask Amy show notes: How the BBB helps you with consumer issues
Read full article: Ask Amy show notes: How the BBB helps you with consumer issuesYou probably check reviews for just about everything, even when you have a problem. Hear from Better Business Bureau President Dan Parsons about using the BBB to get help with issues you are having with a company or business. You’ll learn the review process, how complaints are handled, how the company ratings are scored and why some businesses get kicked out.
FBI, other agencies warn of increase in ransomware attacks against individuals
Read full article: FBI, other agencies warn of increase in ransomware attacks against individualsThe Better Business Bureau of Greater Houston and South Texas and the FBI are warning of an increase in ransomware, alerting individuals to be wary of unknown or misleading emails, texts, and phone calls that could lead to individuals installing ransomware on their devices.
BBB warns ‘Secret Santa’ and ‘Secret Sister’ gift exchange is illegal
Read full article: BBB warns ‘Secret Santa’ and ‘Secret Sister’ gift exchange is illegalIt’s called the “Secret Santa” or “Secret Sister” and it’s a gift exchange, usually amongst women. It works like this:Secret Sister social media recruitment post (Copyright 2020 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.) Secret Sister social media post (Copyright 2020 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.) • Report social media posts. Some pyramid schemes try to win your confidence by claiming they’re legal and endorsed by the government.
Baytown prepared meals company failed to reimburse customers after not delivering meals, customers say
Read full article: Baytown prepared meals company failed to reimburse customers after not delivering meals, customers sayThe company opened in August 2017, but near the beginning of February 2020, customers say the meals they paid for in advance stopped coming. Six customers reached out to the Houston Better Business Bureau when they say they couldn’t get their money back or the meals. Customers are fed up“It’s been excuse after excuse after excuse,” said Edna Wisdom. Sutton and her attorney told Davis that since KPRC 2 started interviewing customers on Friday, Sutton has refunded about $3,200. Davis told him absolutely.