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Spotting and Avoiding Romance Scams
Spotting and Avoiding Romance Scams Posted: 2/16/2022

If you’re looking for or involved in an online romance, here are some signs that it may be a romance scam..... Read more

Tags: scams, online dating
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It's Tax Time-Choosing the Right Tax Preparer Posted: 2/14/2022

Business Consumer Alliance wants you to be prepared this tax season and offers some advice on choosing a tax preparer..... Read more

Tags: tax preparer, IRS
Watch Out for Fake Online COVID Tests
Watch Out for Fake Online COVID Tests Posted: 1/13/2022

Before you purchase an at-home testing kit, pay heed to these precautions..... Read more

Tags: scams, COVID-19, online
New Year’s Resolution:  Guard Your Privacy
New Year’s Resolution: Guard Your Privacy Posted: 1/3/2022

As the New Year rolls around, take heed and pay attention to these tips to help protect your information..... Read more

Tags: privacy, security, password
What to Do If a Debt Collector Contacts You?
What to Do If a Debt Collector Contacts You? Posted: 10/21/2021

Learn what to do if a debt collector contacts you. Get expert advice and tips on dealing with debt collectors and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act..... Read more

Tags: debt collection, debt collection agency, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Fall 2021 Debt Collection Changes
Fall 2021 Debt Collection Changes Posted: 10/15/2021

Stay informed about Fair Debt Collection Practices Act collection rules coming in Fall 2021 with the Business Consumer Alliance Blog. Learn More!.... Read more

Tags: debt collection, new laws
Protecting Your Business from Disaster Scams
Protecting Your Business from Disaster Scams Posted: 9/23/2021

While rebuilding and repairs are a top priority for those left recovering from a disaster, unscrupulous scammers are ready to take advantage..... Read more

Tags: scams, disaster
Landlords Recover Unpaid Rent From Federal Assistance
Landlords Recover Unpaid Rent From Federal Assistance Posted: 8/19/2021

Landlords can apply for rental assistance or help their tenants apply through State and local programs..... Read more

Tags: landlord, COVID-19, tenant
What is an Arbitration Clause?
What is an Arbitration Clause? Posted: 8/13/2021

Business owners should include arbitration clauses in their contracts to protect their business. Arbitration is a good method for resolving disputes..... Read more

Tags: arbitration clause, arbitration
Avoiding Home Improvement Scams
Avoiding Home Improvement Scams Posted: 8/10/2021

Before you hire someone to work on your home, check out these tips on how to identify and avoid a home improvement scam..... Read more

Tags: home improvements, scams, repairs