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With many individuals in transition between jobs, financial advisor Landon Watts believes now is an optimal time for people to evaluate their long-term financial plans. Watts offers advantages and drawbacks to several options available.

Raleigh dentist Dr. Robert Williamson and his Raleigh Comprehensive and Cosmetic Dentistry office have redesigned their website. The Raleigh cosmetic dentist's patients can alter insurance information, set appointments and print forms before visiting

Marianne S. Crowley of CrowleyCo professional carpet cleaners in Raleigh offers Triangle consumers a heads up with five common misconceptions about carpet cleaning.

National Football League Veteran Alvis Whitted has teamed up with The NeoSoul Trading Company to host a story time for children in Durham’s historic Northgate Mall.

Regency Office Products has launched its new Web site. The new design reflects the company’s mission and provides more services for customers.

The Wolfpack Club, N.C. State University’s athletic booster club, has partnered with locally-owned My Team Coat to create a new program to offer students an exclusive discount on red sport coats while also raising funds for the Wolfpack Club.

BBB of Eastern North Carolina warns consumers to be weary of banks that offer to establish or clear debt through the purchase of new credit cards.

24hour FSBO offers new Web site to help homeowners list and sell their own homes, commission-free.

The home improvement experts of Homes in Motion along with Michelle Heeden King of Keller Williams Realty will present a free, interactive workshop called “Make Your Home Great in 2008” from 7-8:30 p.m. on Jan. 22.

The number of complaints to BBB against weight-loss services and their various policies, procedures and products has increased by more than 40 percent since 2002, and many of these schemes are only making consumers lighter in their wallets.

Complaints received by BBB for fitness clubs have increased more than 90% in the last 5 years. While some billing complaints are basic errors, the majority of billing complaints are on being billed after the member felt their contract had expired.

Vandem Productions launches www.bikeclubsgonewild.com, where newly released dvd Baltimore Bike Clubs Gone Wild is now available. This is a dvd highlighting the Black Tigers' Pajama Jam event in Baltimore, MD.

The first of a series of DVD's showcasing the culture, lifestyles, charitable events and wild parties of the hottest motorcycle clubs around. Vandem Productions captures all the live action at the Black Tigers' 2007 Pajama Jam in Baltimore, MD.

BBB is encouraging everyone who will be giving or donating toys this year to take a few minutes and become a smart, safe toy shopper this season.

During the Thanksgiving Day 8K Turkey Trot, White Dahlia representatives will be onsite to provide information on the benefits of massage therapy.

BBB Warns of Scammers Using Telephone to Obtain Personal Information

In 2006 alone, BBBs across the U.S. took in almost 500 complaints about kennels. If you are considering a boarding kennel, BBB offers advice to help choose a safe and reliable home-away-from-home for your pet.

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Eastern North Carolina advises seniors to be aware of scams that may result in significant financial losses.

The BBB Wise Giving Alliance offers advice to make sure your donations go to worthy charities and relief efforts.

Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina (BBB) announces today’s launch of a public outreach campaign highlighting the valuable information, resources and services BBB offers to consumers within its 33 county coverage area.

Building will house corporate offices, cabinet and flooring divisions, and hardwood showroom

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Eastern North Carolina advises consumers not to fall prey to scam artists acting as imposters of legitimate agencies.

With the ACC football season underway, Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning sports fans to be on the lookout for fraudulent sellers when shopping for hard-to-get tickets online.