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Thursday, April 25, 2013  The scam artists, authorities say, will claim to sell insurance for sewer or water lines.

Friday, April 19, 2013  Thieves are looking to take money while claiming they are helping the victims of recent disasters.

Thursday, April 11, 2013  There’s just four more days until April 15, arguably one of the most dreaded days of the year. But the IRS says it's trying to make the process of filing 2012 income taxes as hassle-free as possible for taxpayers.

Tuesday, February 19, 2013  Dealership disabled the cars before they could be stolen

Monday, February 04, 2013  Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette is warning residents to be on the lookout for potential used car buying scams.

Monday, January 14, 2013  State prosecutors have filed charges against a Saginaw man who is accused of fraud in an investment scheme worth nearly $500,000.

Tuesday, July 24, 2012  More than 500 mid-Michigan residents are among 2,300 statewide who've been victimized by a utility bill scam.

Friday, July 13, 2012  Flint residents are being warned about a scam offering to pay their utility bills.

Monday, July 09, 2012  If you are having internet problems on Monday?  Go to DNSChanger to fix it.

Thursday, May 31, 2012  Neighbors in Flint are warning the community about some young men who are posing as high school students attempting to collect money door-to-door.

Friday, February 17, 2012  Authorities say a man is claiming to be from the fire department and is trying to charge for inspections

Thursday, December 08, 2011  Better Business Bureau is issuing an urgent SCAM alert cautioning businesses and consumers about an email that looks like it is from BBB.

Sunday, December 04, 2011  Some homeowners who are “under water” with their mortgages can refinance under the Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP), but the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning consumers that banks and mortgage companies aren’t the only ones gearing up for the rush of applications.

Monday, November 28, 2011  Step aside Black Friday, Cyber Monday is expected to be one of the biggest shopping days of the year as more people prefer to stay at home in their PJs rather than battle crowds at the stores to get good deals.

Sunday, November 27, 2011  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. This holiday season, many families will be turning to alternate forms of payment to make ends meet. With many stores offering layaway services, Better Business Bureau (BBB) is offering advice on how to use this payment plan in lieu of credit cards.