The BBBB nowadays is just businesses paying $1000 a year for **accreditation**

It's not any kind of government rating, just a high pressure advertising gambit.

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UNKNOWN CALLER: Hello, is this Joe The Plumber?

Joe The Plumber: Yes, how can I help you?

UC: This is mike from the BBBB, we have received a inquiry into your business status.

JTP: Did someone have complaint?

UC: Not necessarily, but apparently a potential customer did inquire into your status or rating.

JTP: OK....

UC: You can upgrade your status into an accredited member, let people know you are an active member.

JTP: What would I have to do?

UC: Active members pay a small fee each month, and we let customers know that you abide by all the BBBB rules and guidelines.

JTP: How much?

UC: 100 a month gives you our Gold Status Membership!

JTP: Thats $1200 a year, are you crazy?

UC: You can obtain Jr Membership for only $50 a month!

JTP: Thats $600 a year!

UC: But your customers are Assured you are compliant.

JTP: I think I'll just go back to beating my wife, for that kind of money I could join Anjies List

UC: Ok, I hope your record remains clean....