Shopping local in a post-COVID-19 world is even more vital than before. Small businesses are still recovering from the impact of the pandemic and need the support of their community members. Consumers are encouraged to make a conscious effort to...
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Consumer Advocate: Get a leg up on financial literacy
As April’s Financial Literacy Month comes to a close, it’s a good time to review tips for consumers to improve their financial literacy. Many consumers reach adulthood with no clear understanding of financial literacy. Creating budgets, making...
BBB Serving Northern Indiana Announces 2022 Students of Integrity Scholars
Four students honored with scholarships for commitment to integrity, ethics The BBB is pleased to announce its 2022 Student of Integrity scholarship recipients. Students of Integrity scholarships are bestowed upon high school and college students who...
Consumer Advocate: Be careful with crypto donations
With donations to Ukrainian causes rising – scammers aren’t very far behind. The Ukrainian government has been accepting cryptocurrency as a form of donation, but with the uncertainty and confusion behind cryptocurrency and the war in Ukraine,...
BBB issues warning for scam police charity
Solicitations addressed to Allen County residents are being mailed from a Florida address BBB serving Northern Indiana is issuing a warning for consumers in Northern Indiana after several residents reported receiving letters from American...
BBB Serving Northern Indiana welcomes new President/CEO
BBB Serving Northern Indiana will welcome a new President/CEO on Jan. 1, 2022, when current COO Rick Walz takes the helm of the 100-year organization serving 23 counties in Northern Indiana. Walz began his career in retail management in the Greater...
Consumer Advocate: Tips to safely participate in crowdfunding
In light of the recent tragedy in Surfside, Florida, where a building collapsed, many are searching for ways to help victims and their families. As with any disaster donations, beware of scammers preying on those looking to help. One of the most...
Consumer Advocate: Child Tax Credit scams on the rise
The IRS recently announced that it will begin sending monthly direct deposit payments in July to those who qualify through the American Rescue Plan Act. This means that those who qualify will get up to half of their child tax credit in monthly...
Consumer Advocate: Tips to address summer storm damage
Summertime brings sunshine and warm weather – but it can also bring damaging storms and tornados like those seen across northern Indiana last month. Storm damage can cause panic for victims, which may lead to rash and hasty decisions. This can lead...
BBB Serving Northern Indiana releases new Trusted Advice™ segment for consumers
Accredited Business JW Bailey Construction explains what consumers should look for in roof flashing Do you know what roof flashing is? Or how important it is to the life of your roof? According to A+ Accredited Business JW Bailey Construction,...