Raechel Cantoni
Cape Girardeau Regional Director, Better Business Bureau-
Older Americans Month is a time to recognize older adults’ contributions, learn about aging and encourage older adults and their families to advocate for themselves, manage their health, and make informed decisions that support their independence.
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May is National Moving Month and the kickoff point for the busiest moving season of the year. Half of all household moves happen in the summer.
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New graduates often face big changes like moving, starting jobs, and managing money for the first time, which can make them targets for scams and identity theft. While young adults are often seen as tech-savvy, they can still be vulnerable to fraud.
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Many companies use e-signature services to securely send digital documents to be signed. E-signature scams impersonate legitimate e-signature services. They usually come in the form of a fake email that says you have a document ready to sign. The scammer’s goal is to trick the recipient into thinking they need to sign something important right away.
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Higher prices and tight inventory are characterizing vehicle sales in 2026. Kelley Blue Book reported that in February, the average new car sold for 3.4% more than a year ago, which is higher-than-normal growth.
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If you recently purchased your first home, congrats on your accomplishment! You’ve no doubt realized that all that extra space comes with extra maintenance – and if you’re used to renting, you’ll now be faced with tasks your landlord may have previously taken care of.
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With winter in the rear-view mirror, you might be thinking about making a change of scenery. A newer, bigger space might be appealing. The BBB wants you to remember that if you are looking to rent, there may be scammers waiting to lure you into their traps.
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Your choice of a funeral home is among the most important choices you’ll make. The BBB recommends consumers keep their rights in mind as they’re working through all the decisions that come with the loss of a loved one.
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If you've caught the spring-cleaning bug, the BBB has tips for finding trusted companies to help you declutter and stay safe if you’re selling items online.
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Better Business Bureau® (BBB®) has guidelines for using multi-factor authentication wisely to protect your online accounts. Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a process that helps keep your important online accounts secure.