Imagine getting a call out of the blue from someone claiming to be from the Better Business Bureau and demanding the business owner’s attention. Most reports point to a telemarketing script that offers no specifics and often aims to push a membership or service. Hang up immediately, don’t return the call, and block the number in your phone or via your carrier. Verify any BBB outreach through the official BBB website or by calling the verified number listed there. Report persistent calls to the FTC and your phone provider’s spam‑filtering service. Keeping a log of these incidents helps protect your business and neighbors.
A call was made by an individual claiming to be 'Alan' from the Better Business Bureau, seeking to speak with the 'owner', suggesting the use of outdated contact information since this number has not been associated with a business for several years.
A call was received from Dawn, claiming to represent the Better Business Bureau, requesting to speak with the business owner without providing a reason for the call, raising suspicions of a potential scam, and a call-back number was left: 516-420-0500 x3429
I recieved a scam call from a number thats similar to this one, they claim to be from the BBB
A woman identifying herself as Dawn left a voicemail, requesting the business owner to return her call at 516-420-0500 ext 3429.
Although appearing legitimate, it's possible the number is spoofed, linked to the Long Island Office at 399 Conklin Street, Suite 300, Farmingdale, NY.
It appears Mark Thomas from BBB is overstepping his bounds by claiming he needs to speak with the business owner, when in reality, he merely wants to
Some guy name Mark Thomas from the BBB contact me, he wouldnt disclose what he want to talk to the business owner about, only that it was about some “business matters”.
Despite the current pandemic, these scammers continue their activities, leaving messages that are both disturbing and unnecessary.
Somone from the BBB cald, her name was Maryl, she asked to speak with the "business owner", but she didnt say whats the reason for the call
Similar to others, I got a message from Kenya asking the bussines owner to call back, but I wont bother with it after reading the comments.
A call from this number asked for the business owner by name, but the name was incorrect; the caller, who claimed to be Kenya from the Better Business Bureau, would not disclose the purpose of the call, leading me to suspect a sales pitch
The caller, introducing herself as Eileen with extension 3423, requested to speak with the owner but declined to provide a reason for the call.
A call from 'Jessica' regarding business matters was met with disinterest and ended promptly, as there was no intention to engage with their services or provide financial information.
Cory, claiming to represent the BBB, left a voicemail requesting to speak with the business owner and provided the callback number 516-420-0500 X3421, which I have no intention of using
A call from someone claiming to be Jessica from the BBB raised suspicions, as her intent and purpose seemed more aligned with a pay-for-play scam, which I didn't have time for.
Similar to others, I received a message from this number, but I have no intention of calling back.
They call and hang up without leaving a message, which is unprofessional for a company supposed to be runing a Better Business Bureau.
A woman claiming to represent the BBB initiated a call, inquiring about the owner, but when I indicated I was preoccupied, she became argumentative, prompting me to end the conversation and subsequently block the number, as I now view any communication from the BBB with skepticism.
Mary from the Better Business Bureau asked the business owner to return her call, but I will only call if I want to subscribe, dont bother calling me.
The caller claimed to be from the BBB and insisted on speaking exclusively to the 'business owner', citing an outdated business name, while refusing to disclose the purpose of the call, leading me to suspect a potential scam.
First, I came acrost this site, then Angela from BBB called and left this number, aparently im not the only one who recived a call
Given the numerous complaints about this phone number, it's clear that I should not return their calls, as it appears to be a big scam after they left messages twice.
The caller ID displayed Better Business, but upon calling back, the representative was vague about the purpose, simply stating it was a 'business matter', which raised red flags since the actual BBB has a different contact number.
A woman named Fran left a message, addressing me by name, although she reached my old business line.
Similar to a previous commenter, the caller claimed to be from the BBB and left a message requesting the business owner to call back, despite us not having a business; the caller's number was 516-420-0500.
Encountered an obnoxious and unprofessional woman, demanded to speak with the buisness owner, clearly a solisitation call
A message was left by Fran, who claims to be from the Better Business Bureau, requesting a call back from the buisness owner, however this is not a usual number they use to contact us...
The caller left an extremely brief voicemail, a tactic commonly employed by robo-callers.