BBB Shares Moving Tips
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A BIG thank you to in Santa Barbara, CA Welcome to this week’s edition of Your Moment of Trust! How can you choose the best moving option – one that fits both your needs and your budget? Knowing your options (and the perks and downfalls of each one) can help you save money and safely transport your belongings. Option 1: Full-service moving companies Hiring a full-service moving company is a lower-stress way of getting all your belongings from Point A to Point B, advises Nerd Wallet, a BBB Accredited Business. Professional movers manage the logistics of loading,...
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BBB Scam Warning for New College Grads
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A Podcast by A Big thank you to in Santa Barbara for supporting this podcast! This year’s college graduates are getting ready to start their new lives! It’s a big transition that includes several important changes. Grads may be moving to a new city, finding a new place to live, or searching for a new job. Graduation also often means new financial responsibilities, such as starting payments on student loans. College graduates are navigating many life changes, and scammers are eager to exploit their inexperience. The following tips can help new grads avoid common scams....
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AI Business Scams--A Warning from BBB of the Tri-Counties
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A Podcast by A BIG Thank you to in Santa Barbara for supporting this podcast! Welcome to this week’s edition of Your Moment of Trust! Artificial intelligence (AI) is the hot new thing. It’s revolutionizing medical research, challenging the art world, and even helping small business owners streamline and automate tasks. But as with anything new and popular, scammers are quick to take advantage. When evaluating AI products for your business, be on the lookout for scams. How the scam works You get an unsolicited call, email, or text message claiming to offer AI services for...
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BBB Shares Password Tips
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A Podcast by BBB of the Tri-Counties: A BIG thank you to Ayers Automotive Repair for Supporting this Channel! Welcome to this week’s edition of Your Moment of Trust! Buying refurbished items can save you money, but it’s important to research before you take the plunge. While many reputable businesses offer quality pre-owned electronics, appliances, and other products for a fraction of their original price, BBB Scam Tracker has received reports of con artists ripping off consumers by promising a great deal on “like-new” devices that they don’t plan on delivering. How the scam works:...
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BBB's Tips on SAFELY Buying Refurbished Items
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A Podcast by A BIG Thank you to in Santa Barbara for supporting this podcast! Welcome to this week’s edition of Your Moment of Trust! Buying refurbished items can save you money, but it’s important to research before you take the plunge. While many reputable businesses offer quality pre-owned electronics, appliances, and other products for a fraction of their original price, has received reports of con artists ripping off consumers by promising a great deal on “like-new” devices that they don’t plan on delivering. How the scam works: You find a website that sells refurbished...
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BBB Tips on how to Know if your Cleaning Products are REALLY Green
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A Podcast by BBB of the Tri-Counties A BIG thank you of Santa Barbara for supporting this podcast! Welcome to this week’s edition of Your Moment of Trust! Using green cleaning products in your home can reduce toxins, such as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), that are bad for your health and the environment. Green cleaners are more popular than ever, so shoppers have plenty of choices. But navigating the seals, certifications, and marketing claims can be confusing. Tips for choosing cleaning products that are effective and safe for you and the environment: ● Check the packaging for...
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BBB Warning about Employee Retention Tax Credit Scams
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A Podcast by BBB of the Tri-Counties: A BIG thank you to Ayers Automotive Repair in Santa Barbara for supporting this podcast. Business owners, con artists want to trick you into claiming tax credits that you aren’t eligible for. The Internal Revenue Service warns about scams revolving around the Employee Retention Credit, a tax credit for businesses that continued paying employees during the COVID-19 shutdowns or had a significant income decline during the eligibility period. While most eligible employers have already claimed this credit, unscrupulous companies are advertising ERC services...
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BBB Shares Tips on Cleaning your Digital Devices
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A Podcast from : A BIG thank you to Ayers Automotive Repair in Santa Barbara for supporting this podcast. Welcome to this week’s edition of Your Moment of Trust! The weather is warming in some parts of the country, inspiring people to clean up or clear the clutter. The one area many overlook isn't the corner of a room or a forgotten closet; it's the digital device you're reading this article. The BBB encourages people to check their smartphones, laptops, and tablets and take a few minutes to review these tips. ● Lock down your login: Security is critical to protecting accounts used...
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A BBB Warning about Phony Invoices
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A Podcast by BBB of the Tri-Counties: A BIG thank you to Ayers Automotive Repair in Santa Barbara for Supporting this Podcast How to avoid fake invoice scams: ● Be wary of unsolicited emails, especially if you don’t remember doing business with the company they claim to come from. Even if you do business with a company, be careful if you receive an email you didn’t ask for or authorize. Scammers love to impersonate companies that are well-known and trusted by consumers. ● Know how invoices will be delivered. If you sign up for a service or subscription, ask how the company will...
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BBB Warning: Watch Out for Camp Lejeune Scams!
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A Podcast by BBB of the Tri-Counties https://www.bbb.org/local-bbb/bbb-of-the-tri-counties A BIG thank you to Aers Automotive Repair in Santa Barbara for supporting this podcast! You’ve likely heard ads on the TV or radio about the Camp Lejeune class action lawsuit for U.S. military veterans and their families exposed to tainted water at the camp. Marketing agencies and law firms spent over $40 million advertising the lawsuit. Now, scammers are jumping on board too, hoping all the media attention makes it easier to trick people, especially military personnel, into falling for common scam...
info_outlineThe HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 126
Host, David Charles Allen from Village Properties: Email [email protected] or call 805-617-9311 Website: https://www.davidcharlesallen.com
David reviews the latest interest rates for 30-year conventional and jumbo loans and also explains what differentiates them before reviewing Santa Barbara's sales stats, The new listings rose to 36, which is encouraging--and higher than it has been in many months. Finally, David and his co-host Patti discuss the charming 'look' of Santa Barbara--due to architectural restrictions, but the trade off is that new construction and remodels must adhere to those standards. Also, there are few empty lots to build on in Santa Barbara which limits the ability to add people to the area.