The Better Business Bureau warns the public to be on high alert for scams

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Better Business Bureau warns the public to be on high alert for scams. Storm victims can become scam victims when government funds are handed out. Leaders of the BBB say, if you are rebuilding, your contractor has to be approved by the state of Mississippi. Any repairs over ten-thousand dollars must be handled by a state-licensed contractor. When hiring a repair professional, you ask to see a Mississippi contractor license and business license. Confirm that the business is legit before paying for services or releasing any secured information. John O’Hara, BBB CEO serving Mississippi…