BBB SF Bay Area

Unlock growth for your small business at the Access to Capital Business Summit! Connect with experts, discover funding opportunities, and build your path to success with BBB and local experts. 📅 May 6 from 6-8pm 📍 Sonoma Clean Power, 741 Fourth Street, Santa Rosa, CA 95404

Did you file an extension for your taxes? If so, look out for scams that employ artificial intelligence to craft more authentic-seeming messages this tax filing season: sfchronicle.com/personal-finan… If you see a scam like this, let us know at BBB.org/scamtracker

Thinking about a home renovation or a quick repair? Before you sign that contract, make sure you aren't falling into these common traps. According to Gold Remodeling, a BBB Accredited Business, hiring the wrong professional can turn a dream project into a costly headache. 🛠️🏡

🌟 We're thrilled to give a big BBB welcome to these newly BBB Accredited Businesses in the Bay Area. Thank you for supporting BBB's mission of advancing marketplace trust, and welcome to the community of trusted businesses!

🎉 Congrats to BBB Accredited Business @WedgeRoofing on 50 years serving the Bay Area! Thank you for being an Accredited Business since 1997 and for setting the standard as a 2017 Torch Awards winner. Here’s to many more years! youtu.be/ADVGMMnQXSs?si…

Pause! Have you checked your mover's USDOT number yet? If you're moving across state lines, moving companies have to be registered with the Department of Transportation. Verification only takes a minute and can save you from a moving scam. ➡️ bbb.org/article/news-r…

As the deadline for filing taxes approaches, BBB is urging people to look out for tax scams. Read the full article here: franchising.com/articles/20260…

Phishing is the most common scam reported to the BBB. Don't get hooked! 🎣 5 ways to spot a fake email: ➡️ Weird sender address (@company.work vs @company.com) ➡️ Bad grammar/typos ➡️ Pressure to act NOW ➡️ Weird attachments ➡️ Hidden links (Hover over before you click!)

We were thrilled to partner with local businesses to put on a series of sessions for entrepreneurs, focusing on marketing strategies, AI initiatives, financial literacy, and more. We can't wait to see what you build next! #ai #business #strategies #supportlocal

Remote work is transforming rental expectations. Today’s tenants want flexibility, convenience, and digital solutions to make rent payments easier than ever. But how can property owners keep up with these expectations? Visit BBB.org/greater-san-fr… to learn more.

Happy #WelcomeWednesday to these Bay Area businesses who recently earned the privilidge of displaying the BBB Accreditation seal. Thank you for your commitment to upholding ethics and integrity in the marketplace. 🌟

🚨 Stay alert! Scammers are impersonating real recruiters and agencies, targeting job seekers with convincing interviews and fake offer letters. Stay vigilant and protect your personal information—don’t let them take advantage of your job search. #JobScams #StaySafe

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Looking for a new job opportunity? Watch out for employment scams! In this classic example, an applicant was "offered a remote job as a data entry specialist from home, signed an offer letter, filled out a W4 form and payroll form for direct deposit including a voided check."

Congratulations to Save Energy Company in Petaluma on being named a 2025 Torch Awards for Ethics winner! 🙌🥳 We had the honor of presenting their award this morning and celebrated their leadership, integrity, and community impact. #TorchAwardsForEthics #Petaluma

Is your hard-earned wealth truly protected? Join BBB for: "Protecting Your Business & Personal Wealth." and get expert tips about business/personal insurance coverage, umbrella policy, and more. 📅 January 27 10:00-11:00am PST 🔗 bit.ly/4nIYgsP

This Black History Month, we celebrate Black-owned businesses in our community 🤎 Special thank you to those accredited with BBB for leading with trust and integrity. Support. Share. Shop local. #BlackHistoryMonth #SupportBlackOwned #BBB

Ready to move beyond AI basics? Join us for Advanced AI Strategies for Competitive Advantage 📅 Feb 23, 2026 ⏰ 1–3 PM 📍Windsor Council Chambers Learn how AI can help predict trends & drive smarter decisions. Register here: bit.ly/4kt3zwx #AI #BusinessGrowth

We're proud to wish a #WelcomeWednesday to the newest BBB Accredited Businesses in the Bay Area and Northern Coastal California! Take a look at the list to see which businesses get to proudly display the BBB seal, a Sign of a Better Business. 🌟

🔒 Protecting your data is more important than ever! This Data Privacy Week, join BBB in prioritizing your online safety. Find helpful tips and resources at BBB.org, FTC.gov, and StaySafeOnline.org.