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BBB says: Look ahead before leaping into a reverse mortgage

By Dan Hendrickson, Better Business Bureau

With the cost of living on the rise, some senior citizens are finding themselves on shaky financial ground.

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Go Clean’s record with customers far from spotless

By Dan Hendrickson, Better Business Bureau

The Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota (BBB) is issuing an alert regarding Go Clean, a St. Louis Park-based carpet cleaning service which advertises heavily through Groupon. The company has a rating of “F” with the BBB due to a pattern of complaints and failing to respond to a recent BBB advertising challenge. Currently, 28 complaints are closed as unanswered. Many customers allege they were billed at a rate far higher than the advertised price, with others saying they were double-billed by the company.

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BBB Warns against Insurance Deductible Rebates from Contractors

By Dan Hendrickson, Better Business Bureau

When severe thunderstorms roll through the area, many homeowners find themselves calling their insurance companies to determine if damage to their homes is covered by their homeowners’ policies. The Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota (BBB) wants to make sure Minnesota homeowners are aware of a rule in place to protect them when they begin the process of finding a contract

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BBB Tips for Avoiding Rental Property Scams

By Dan Hendrickson, Better Business Bureau

Where do you turn if you’re in the market for a new place to live? A lot of people go online to find affordable rental properties. But before beginning your search, the Better Business Bu

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BBB Tips on Finding a Tax Preparer

By Dan Hendrickson

Tax season is upon us again and the Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota (BBB) is encouraging taxpayers to do some legwork before selecting tax preparation help. Doing your research ahead of time may help you avoid getting hit with fines and fees if your return isn’t correct or filed late.

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FREE SPEECH ZONE | BBB Advice on the Layaway Process

By Dan Hendrickson, Free Speech Zone

The current economy has left many shoppers on a budget and searching for more affordable methods of paying for big-ticket items and holiday gifts.

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FREE SPEECH ZONE | How to Stretch Your Gas Dollars

By Dan Hendrickson, Free Speech Zone

For months, gasoline prices have been hovering around $4.00 a gallon in most areas of the country. According to a study by Sperling’s BestPlace, the average U.S.

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FREE SPEECH ZONE | BBB Advises Internet Surfers to Use Caution When Using Wi-Fi Networks

By Dan Hendrickson, Free Speech Zone

Protecting your identity is important and with Wi-Fi networks popping up nearly everywhere, many consumers don’t realize the dangers that come with using a Wi-Fi connection that is not their own.

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