For many families, the pandemic has been an ideal time to research and purchase a new pet. It has also created fertile ground for fraudsters, and people shopping for pets…
Barry N. Moore is president & CEO of the Better Business Bureau serving Central Virginia, including Metro Richmond, Fredericksburg, Charlottesville, Petersburg, along with forty-two Virginia counties. Barry lives in Richmond with his family.
When it comes to planning a wedding, there are lots of moving parts. Add a pandemic to the mix, and it can be overwhelming. These days, even attending a wedding…
[Fraud Watch] The recent passage of the American Rescue Plan Act means a new round of stimulus checks are on their way. Direct deposit payments will hit Americans' bank accounts…
Do you use Venmo, Zelle, Apple Pay, or Cash App? These kinds of mobile payment services – also known as a digital wallet or e-Wallet – refer to an electronic…
These days, many families are seeking childcare alternatives related to COVID-19 concerns. Employing a nanny and sharing nanny services with another family are popular choices. Finding someone to spend hours…
As parents navigate how and when their kids will return to school, in the meantime many are turning to virtual tutors to help keep kids motivated and learning. But…
With the increased time people are spending on social media and shopping online during the COVID-19 pandemic, scammers have been jumping on their chance to rip off the public. Father’s…
In response to this unprecedented global pandemic, many businesses are making arrangements for their employees to work from home. This means there’s an even greater risk for people to be…
FRAUD WATCH extra Traditionally, this is the time of year when aspiring college graduates are eagerly planning their walk across the stage. Shortly thereafter, for most graduates, the student loan…
The COVID-19 crisis is stripping stores bare of high-demand items such as hand sanitizers, tissues, face masks and toilet paper. Over the last few weeks, the Better Business Bureau has received…
