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09/07/2012
The school year is back in full swing, and whether your child is preparing for the SAT or just needs a hand with math or science, a tutoring service can be a valuable tool. To make sure you get the most out of your money, Better Business Bureau has some tips for finding the right service for your child’s needs.
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04/25/2012
Better Business Bureau serving Central, Coastal Southwest Texas and the Permian Basin’s first annual San Antonio regional Laws of Life Essay Contest concluded last night. Local fifth-through eighth-grade students were encouraged to write from the heart and express the core values, or laws of life, by which they live.
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02/28/2012
Better Business Bureau is joining with federal, state and local government agencies, and national organizations to promote consumer education during the 14th annual National Consumer Protection Week, March 4-10.
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01/12/2011
For-profit colleges currently enroll 1.8 million students according to the US Department of Education. These schools are privately owned or owned by a publicly traded company and their earnings can benefit individuals or shareholders. While for-profit schools are becoming a more popular option for students, a recent investigation by the US Government Accountability Office (GAO) found that some are misleading students about the cost and quality of the education they will receive.
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10/18/2010
BBB Education Foundation invites Central Texas consumers and businesses to participate in one of two local Shred Day events this Saturday, October 23, 2010. The events, occurring simultaneously in Round Rock and San Antonio, will provide attendees with free shredding and recycling services to take steps toward identity theft prevention and a greener planet.
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09/10/2010
BBB Education Foundation serving Central, Coastal and Southwest Texas and Adult Protective Services Region 11 (APS) announce a collaborative effort to offer Corpus Christi-area senior citizens, their families and caregivers increased access to informational services. The combined resources of both organizations will provide assistance to seniors with regards to marketplace trends, health tips and other financial-related issues.
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08/03/2010
Fraud targeting senior citizens and their caregivers is a growing concern as thousands have fallen victim to scammers. As of August 1, 2010, BBB serving Central, Coastal and Southwest Texas reports an 11 percent increase in complaints from seniors compared to 2009.
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07/21/2010
BBB Education Foundation serving Central, Coastal and Southwest Texas and the Golden Crescent Area Agency on Aging (AAA) announce a collaborative effort to offer Victoria-area senior citizens, their families and caregivers increased access to informational services. The combined resources of both organizations will provide assistance to seniors on marketplace, health and other issues.
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05/20/2010
Better Business Bureau (BBB) and the Direct Selling Education Foundation (DSEF) announce the launch of a national partnership to raise awareness of ethical business practices and consumer protection by providing expert advice and guidance for direct sellers and their customers.
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02/15/2010
BBB serving Central, Coastal and Southwest Texas invites consumers, businesses, community leaders and media to attend the 59th BBB Annual Meeting on February 25, 2010. As part of the 2010 Military Saves Week campaign, BBB is pleased to welcome keynote speaker, Mrs. Holly Petraeus, Director of BBB Military Line and wife of General David H. Petraeus, Commander of United States Central Command.
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