http://memphis.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=62&id=a824b759-3137-43b5-aedf-a38056bcce73&debug=False 10 Thu, 23 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT BBB of the Mid-South is warning consumers to be wary of door-to-door magazine sales companies making emotional pitches but failing to deliver any magazines. The sales pitches vary, but often include that the salesperson is working to further his education or earn points toward winning a college scholarship or a trip. In other cases, the pitch plays upon consumers’ patriotism, with the salesperson showing a military ID or stating that he or she was formerly in the military. http://memphis.bbb.org/article/bbb-consumer-alert-warm-weather-brings-magazine-scammers-to-your-door-42076 Tue, 21 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT In the wake of the devastating tornadoes that ripped through Oklahoma yesterday, and in north Texas last week, Better Business Bureau and BBB Wise Giving Alliance have issued tips to help donors make smart giving decisions and to avoid scams. http://memphis.bbb.org/article/better-business-bureau-urges-donor-caution-after-tornadoes-42025 Fri, 10 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT The rescue this week of three women and a child from a Cleveland home where they were held captive for a decade has gained worldwide attention. Generous donors wishing to help the victims are being cautioned by Better Business Bureau to confirm the legitimacy of all charitable fundraising and crowdfunding efforts. http://memphis.bbb.org/article/bbb-cautions-on-fundraising-to-assist-cleveland-kidnap-victims-41856 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT At least one poorly-conceived charity scam has already emerged in the wake of the explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon yesterday, and more are likely. http://memphis.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-of-charity-scams-offers-giving-tips-in-wake-of-boston-marathon-bombing-41408