cyber security
BBB Scam Alert: Investment scams cost Texas residents nearly $500,000 within the first two months of 2024
Within the first two months of 2024, Texas residents have reported nearly $500,000 lost to investment scams to BBB Scam Tracker, with many reports detailing new promotional tactics scammers are using that encourage investors to participate in the scheme. By framing an investment opportunity with ‘New Year’ discounts on service, withdrawal, and tax fees, some Texas…
Read MoreBBB Tip: Avoiding travel scams when planning for spring break
Spring break is a popular time for students to travel during a vacation from school. However, it also presents an opportunity for scammers to offer fraudulent vacation rentals, flights, or hotels designed to appeal to students and parents looking for a getaway. With spring break for many Texas school districts occurring within the next month,…
Read MoreFood Bank Giving Opportunity
In this week’s article, I want to discuss the importance of donating food to your local food bank. It is important to note that it is not just during the holiday season that people are in need of food. I ask that we try and give back by helping those who are less fortunate and…
Read MoreMaking the Atomic Bomb in World War II
My most recent non-fiction read was “The Making of the Atomic Bomb” by Richard Rhodes. Wow! What a project. The project started when Albert Einstein wrote President Rosevelt telling him it could and should be done. Rosevelt authorized and funded the project. General Groves was selected as project chief and he in turn chose Robert…
Read MoreBBB Tip: Avoiding online purchase scams and impostors this holiday season
As the holiday season approaches, Better Business Bureau (BBB) urges consumers to remain vigilant against a surge in online scams that could threaten their festive spirit. During the past five years, Texas residents have reported losing $17.5 million to scams, 21% due to online purchases. BBB has identified online purchase scams as the No. 1…
Read MoreBBB Business Scam Alert
Entrepreneurs beware of fake marketing services for small businesses Small business owners are passionate, dedicated individuals who have accumulated years of expertise in an industry. Through time and experience, they often have found ways to improve processes and use that knowledge to the benefit of their customers and clients. However, one aspect of business ownership…
Read MoreNew BOOK – Best Business Practices
In this column I have previously reviewed several nonfiction books. In this column I am privileged to preview my own book, “Best Business Practices”. Free On Kindle Amazon: https://amzn.to/3MqOWKd Chapter 1: Keys to Business Success and Ownership Summary Large success consists of many small tasks done well. It is the size of your…
Read MoreBBB Scam Alert: PayPal impostors steal thousands from Texas residents
Innovations in payment processes have introduced a wide range of opportunities for legitimate businesses to market their products and services to a broad audience. The convenience and ease of peer-to-peer (P2P) payment applications provide a direct, cost-effective method to receive funds from customers for businesses of any size. However, unlike traditional financial institutions such as…
Read MoreAn Agenda for our Next President
Throughout our country’s history, we have offered opportunity and hope to all our citizens who are willing to work hard to attain a better life for themselves and their family. My working career spanned the period 1950 to 2000 and I had great opportunities, took everyone of them, worked hard and attained a life many…
Read MoreBBB Tip: Maintaining and servicing your air conditioning system
Texas residents are no strangers to triple-digit temperatures during the summer months and understand the importance of keeping cool during heatwaves. However, when the heat arrives in force, many residents learn their current air conditioning systems cannot keep up with demand. When indoor temperatures reach unbearable levels, consumers turn to reputable HVAC contractors to help…
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