This is the perfect season for tackling those home updates we’ve been putting off all winter. Unfortunately, the warmer weather also brings less welcome seasonal fly-by-night scammers. ...

As we celebrate Older Americans Month this May, the Better Business Bureau is leaning into the theme of "Championing Your Health." Health iincludes not only nutrition or exercise, but your financial and emotional well-being, as well. This month, we also observe Scam Survivor Day. For too long, seniors targeted by fraudsters have carried a heavy burden of shame. It's time to change that. ...

Memorial Day is more than just the unofficial start of summer. It’s the prime time to upgrade a worn-out appliance, replace a lumpy mattress, or refresh the patio furniture. However, BBB is seeing a sharp rise in deceptive tactics among these holiday bargains. ...

Since April is National Financial Literacy Month, it’s the perfect time to "dust off" your records and make sure your hard-earned savings are tucked away safely. You’ve worked a lifetime for what you have. Let's make sure it stays protected. Here is your 2026 checklist for a thorough financial spring cleaning. ...

Whether it’s a new roof after a rough winter or some fresh landscaping to boost that curb appeal, spring is the season for renewal. However, Better Business Bureau® (BBB®) also knows that spring is the peak season for door-to-door scammers. They know you’re looking to get work done, and they’re hoping you’ll make a quick decision. ...

It's tax season in Northeast Ohio, and scammers are working overtime, hoping to use the complexities of the tax code to catch us off guard. They often target our community specifically, banking on high-pressure tactics to cause confusion. Here is what you need to look out for and how to stay one step ahead of the fraudsters. ...

March is a significant month for consumer awareness, as it brings National Consumer Protection Week (March 1–7, 2026). This observance is a key annual event where the Better Business Bureau® spotlights and amplifies its year-round commitment to safeguarding the public from scams, fraud and misleading business practices. ...

You’ve spent a lifetime building your reputation, your credit, and your good name. But in today’s digital world, that can be ripped away in an instant. Better Business Bureau Serving Greater Cleveland says you don’t need to be a computer whiz to stay safe. Just get back to basics and allow yourself to be a little less 'neighborly' to strangers. ...