BBB of the Tri-Counties gives tips on ways to recognize the signs of identity theft early!  Subscribe to Your Moment of Trust today, so you don't miss out on their valuable tips and advice!  This podcast is sponsored by Ayers Automotive Repairs, a proud member of the Better Business Bureau.  

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Tips on Identifying Identity Theft Early

BBB of the Tri-Counties gives great advice on things to consider when hiring a tutor for your child or teen.  Thank you to our sponsor, Ayers Automotive Repairs, for sponsoring Your Moment of Trust.  Subscribe today so you don't miss a single episode!

Tips for Hiring a Tutor for your Child or Teen

Recently, Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties has been hearing a lot of complaints about Home Security Companies.  People are being contacted out of the blue and are told that their current home security company went out of business.  The person who contacted them goes on to say that they're going to be taking it over.  In this episode, you'll get tips for choosing a company that provides a reputable Home Security System.  Be sure to subscribe to Your Moment of Trust, the podcast that provides valuable information about marketplace trust.  Thank you to Ayers Automotive Repairs for their sponsorship.  

How to Choose a Reputable Home Security Company

Don't fall for scammers who pretend to be your friends on Facebook.  Generally, they try to get you to click on a link for a great offer or product, try to get you to donate to a phony charity or send you a friend request, falsely pretending that their account has been hacked.  Your Moment of Trust is a podcast brought to you by BBB of the Tri-Counties.  A BIG thank you to Ayers Automotive Repairs for their sponsorship.  Subscribe today so you don't miss a single, important episode!

Scammers Pretend to Be your Friends on Facebook--Don't Fall for it!

BBB of the Tri-Counties celebrates Small Business Week with the Small Business Administration.  It honors the perseverance, strength and perseverance of small businesses and encourages consumers to give them their loyalty.  #smallbusinessweek

Support Small Businesses

Timely tips from Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties on how to keep your family safe from cyber criminals.  A HUGE THANK YOU to Ayers Automotive Repairs in Santa Barbara for sponsoring this important podcast.  Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss a single episode!

Teach your Kids to Avoid Cyber Criminals Online

Scam artists are opportunistic and often pretend to be raising funds for legitimate causes and charities, while really keeping the money for themselves.  In this episode, BBB of the Tri-Counties gives tips on how to determine if a charity or cause is reputable.  A BIG thank you Ayers Automotive Repairs for sponsoring the Your Moment of Trust podcast.  

How to Be Sure You're Giving to a Legitimate Cause

Con-artists are reaching out to pet-sitters and after some friendly banter, offer a great paying pet-sitting job.  They send a check for over the amount, asking the unsuspecting pet-sitter to use the extra money to purchase supplies.  When the bogus check bounces, the pet-lover is out for the money they paid for the supplies--and for the bounced check!  Be sure to check out other employment scams on bbb.org/scamtracker.  Your Moment of Trust is brought to you by BBB of the Tri-Counties and sponsored by Ayers Automotive Repairs.  

Don't Fall for a Phony Pet Sitting Job!

BBB of the Tri-Counties warns us that as the eviction moratorium comes to an end, con-artists are getting ready to take advantage of those who are in need of money by offering phony loans, expensive credit-repair services and fake government programs.  Don't get fooled!  Listen to this important episode and subscribe today so you don't miss a single episode.  A special thanks to Ayers Automotive Repair Services in Santa Barbara, for sponsoring this podcast.  

Con-Artists Take Advantage of People Behind on their Rent

QR codes are growing in popularity but con-artists are using them to hide malicious links.    Don't miss this important warning from BBB of the Tri-Counties!   A special thank you to Ayers Automotive Repair for sponsoring this podcast.  

A Warning about QR Codes from BBB of the Tri-Counties

BBB of the Tri-Counties shares tips on how to choose the right equipment for your upcoming camping adventure.  Learn how to pick the right tent, sleeping bag, camp kitchen and more!  They also remind you to be cautious when purchasing online and to check descriptions, reviews and return policies carefully!  

Tips for Choosing & Purchasing Camping Gear

Be aware of marketing claims related to pyramid and ponzi schemes. You may be invited to a party where someone is selling various products such as vitamins and kitchen materials. If you get involved in purchasing or selling products through marketing schemes, make sure you know the terms and conditions of your business deal.  Thank you to Ayers Automotive Repairs for giving us this week’s automotive tip of the week! Remember to check your brakes regularly! Consider joining Ayers Repairs Car Care Club, for just $199, you can get over $680 worth of auto repair services. Thank you to Ayers Automotive Repairs for their automotive tip of the week! https://www.ayersrepairs.com/ To report or investigate a potential scam, visit Scam Tracker, or call BBB of the Tri-Counties at 805-963-8657. Thank you to Meathead Movers in Santa Barbara for being our community partner. If you are in need of a moving service and if you want a safe and efficient move, call 866-THE-MEAT

Pyramid and Ponzi schemes

‘Curbstoning’ involves a commercial vehicle dealer pretending to be a private seller to avoid taxes and mandated consumer protection laws. This practice is called ‘Curbstoning’ because often the sale is conducted in a parking lot, or with the car parked curbside on the street. ‘Curbstoners’ often post their for-sale advertisements on public forums like Facebook or Craigslist. Listen to this episode for tips provided by the BBB to avoid being scammed or ripped off. Thank you to Ayers Automotive Repairs for giving us this week’s automotive tip of the week! The flashing TPMS light on your dash, warning you about the condition of your tires, could mean something! If the TPMS light is flashing, pay attention, normally it is flashing for a reason. Consider joining Ayers Repairs Car Care Club, for just $199, you can get over $680 worth of auto repair services. Thank you to Ayers Automotive Repairs for their automotive tip of the week! https://www.ayersrepairs.com/ To report or investigate a potential scam, visit Scam Tracker, or call BBB of the Tri-Counties at 805-963-8657. Thank you to Meathead Movers in Santa Barbara for being our community partner. If you are in need of a moving service and if you want a safe and efficient move, call 866-THE-MEAT

'Curbstoning' - Unauthorized Vehicle Sales

Listen to tips in this week’s episode about the BBB’s code of advertising. Businesses are required to make honest advertisements and special offers. If you feel like you need to file a complaint with a business, usually you can handle the issue with the business’s customer service department. The BBB represents both the business and the consumer as a third party mediator. To report or investigate a potential scam, visit Scam Tracker, or call BBB of the Tri-Counties at 805-963-8657. Thank you to Meathead Movers in Santa Barbara for being our community partner. If you are in need of a moving service and if you want a safe and efficient move, call 866-THE-MEAT Thank you to Ayers Automotive Repairs for giving us this week’s automotive tip of the week! If you see the oil warning light on your vehicle, you better double check your oil. If you are in the Santa Barbara area and need auto repair or maintenance, contact Ayers Automotive Repair. Consider joining Ayers Repairs Car Care Club, for just $199, you can get over $680 worth of auto repair services. Thank you to Ayers Automotive Repairs for their automotive tip of the week! https://www.ayersrepairs.com/

Resolving Customer Service Issues

Thinking about traveling soon? A recent survey found that about 23% of travelers are misled by special offers when booking services like airfare and hotels online. Approximately 55 million online hotel bookings are effected by fraudulent bookings and call centers. Listen to this week’s episode for travel tips, provided by the BBB, to ensure that your trip is set before you arrive at your destination. Thank you to Ayers Automotive Repairs for giving us this week’s automotive tip of the week! Back when gas stations offered full service, fluids and tire pressure were checked when you got your gas. Today it is a good habit to get into, and most shops are happy to do these checks for you. If you are in the Santa Barbara area and need auto repair or maintenance, contact Ayers Automotive Repair. Consider joining Ayers Repairs Car Care Club, for just $199, you can get over $680 worth of auto repair services. Thank you to Ayers Automotive Repairs for their automotive tip of the week! https://www.ayersrepairs.com/ To report or investigate a potential scam, visit Scam Tracker, or call BBB of the Tri-Counties at 805-963-8657. Thank you to Meathead Movers in Santa Barbara for being our community partner. If you are in need of a moving service and if you want a safe and efficient move, call 866-THE-MEAT

Watch Out for Travel Scams!

The Better Business Bureau, serving the Tri-Counties, shares tips and resources on how you can help them in their ongoing mission to Advance Marketplace Trust between business and consumers. Tune in each week for valuable information that you can use each day. https://bbb.org/local-bbb/bbb-of-the-tri-counties 805-963-8657

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