The Better Business Bureau or BBB “helps people find and recommend businesses, brands and charities they can trust.” They are one of the oldest and most respected resources when you need to research where you spend your money. Open up a browser and go to the Better Business Bureau website.

What does the BBB actually do?

BBB complaint service is a free dispute resolution service to consumers. BBB acts as a neutral third party to assist both the consumer and the business with their communication, in the hopes a mutually acceptable resolution can be reached.

What is BBB Online?

Share. Q: What is BBBOnLine? A: A distinctive web site seal provided by your BBB to help web users identify reliable, trustworthy businesses on line.

Is BBB a reliable source?

Unlike many review sites, including Google, they take the validity of reviews seriously. I do extensive manual monitoring of the data on the BBB and have found they are one of the most reliable sources of local business data on the internet.

Can you trust BBB?

The organization says that trustworthy companies can become BBB accredited, which can cost anywhere from hundreds to more than $10,000 in membership fees each year. While many people view the BBB as a consumer watchdog or even a government agency, the BBB itself says this is a misconception.

How do I check to see if a company is real?

Check out the companys address, phone number, and website to make sure they look legitimate. Be aware, though, that its pretty easy for a company to get a fake address, phone number, and website. If you can, visit the companys physical address and talk to the people who work there.