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How to Avoid Sports and Concert Ticket Scams

Suburban Detroit resident Lisa Turner, 47, is a veteran concertgoer who’s been to more than 1,000 shows over the past few decades — somehow...

September 8, 2023 SOURCE: AARP

“Scalping—I Hate That Word” A Frank Conversation With a Major Player in the Secondary Ticket Market

In conversations around how to improve the concert ticket-buying experience for fans and artists alike, one proposal that often comes up is...

August 3, 2023 SOURCE: Pitchfork

World Ticket Conference: 2023 Nashville Takeover

In a year of struggle for dominance between primary and secondary ticketing markets, it was a fascinating time to host a conference. World ...

July 21, 2023 SOURCE: Forbes

Rossen Reports: Spot the fakes before you buy tickets this summer

Summer means going to more concerts and ball games, but now's the time to be extra careful. Those tickets you’re buying could be fakes becau...

June 2, 2023 SOURCE: ABC Boston

Biden Calls for Bill Cutting Ticket Fees, Requiring Holdback Disclosure

As part of a broad push against fees in various industries, President Joe Biden urged Congress Wednesday to take up the Junk Fee Protection ...

February 2, 2023 SOURCE: Pollstar

The Taylor Swift meltdown was about greed, not bots

The Senate Judiciary Committee held a hearing on Tuesday and questioned Live Nation/Ticketmaster’s management about market competition and ...

January 31, 2023 SOURCE: TheNewsHerald.com

Taylor Swift ticket prices soar on resale market

Tickets for Taylor Swift's highly anticipated "The Eras Tour" are going for as much as $30,000 on the resale market with no signs of demand ...

December 2, 2022 SOURCE: Axios

The SEC Championship is sold out. Here’s how to avoid ticket scams

Bulldogs, Tigers and scammers. Oh my! UGA will take on LSU in the SEC Championship game this Saturday at the sold out Mercedes-Benz Stadium....

December 2, 2022 SOURCE: The Telegraph

How to Avoid Getting Ripped Off While Trying to Buy Taylor Swift Tickets

Legions of Taylor Swift fans failed to get tickets for her upcoming "Eras Tour" during this week's messy, internet-breaking presale. ...

November 18, 2022 SOURCE: Money

How To Protect Yourself From Concert Ticket Scams

Not too long ago, you used to have to buy concert and event tickets at a physical box office or via phone. Now, you can buy tickets online...

September 12, 2022 SOURCE: Yahoo Finance

Baby, Those Tickets Were Born To Run

July 20 is a day many longtime Bruce Springsteen fans would like to forget. That morning, as the first six shows for The Boss’ 2023 North ...

September 1, 2022 SOURCE: SPIN Magazine

World Ticket Conference 2022: Ticket Professionals Gather In Las Vegas

One of the most competitive businesses on Earth is the distribution of tickets to live events. This is an arena in which billions of dollars...

July 21, 2022 SOURCE: Forbes

New York Expands Requirements For Ticketing Platforms

New York State has officially adopted an expanded ticketing reform bill that, among other things, will compel platforms like Live Nation’s ...

July 1, 2022 SOURCE: Digital Music News

Scammers may target digital ticket marketplace during 2022 CWS

“The National Association of Ticket Brokers (NATB) are working to raise awareness and educate fans about the smartest ways to buy tickets on...

June 13, 2022 SOURCE: KSNB Local4

BBB Tip: How to resell event tickets you can’t use

You can resell just about anything online – including event tickets. In many U.S. states, you can even make a profit off the sale without be...

April 5, 2022 SOURCE: Better Business Bureau

Georgia AG: Braves fans beware of World Series scams

As Atlanta Braves fans gear up for the World Series games, Georgia’s attorney general says to keep a wary eye on tickets....

February 4, 2022 SOURCE: ABC 6 Atlanta

Buying tickets online? Follow these safe ticket tips

As venues continue to reopen after the pandemic, scammers will be ready for a surge in ticket purchases. Many venues have reduced the number...

February 4, 2022 SOURCE: South Bend Tribune

Ohio AG: Beware of Super Bowl ticket scams

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is warning football fans to be cautious if purchasing tickets for Super Bowl LVI....

February 3, 2022 SOURCE: Spectrum 1 News

How Blockchain And Resale Rules Could Change The Live Event Ticketing Industry

The world of live event ticketing is complicated, with ever-evolving struggles between promoters, team owners, venue operators, legislators,...

June 16, 2021 SOURCE: Forbes

News 2 helps Cher fan get refund after concert cancellation

Kevin Rhoad, who lives in West Ashley, has been battling online ticket reseller, Tickets-Center.com, for a year after he says the company re...

April 27, 2021 SOURCE: Count On 2 NBC

Experts: Sports fans win in post-COVID ticketing world

THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC has devastated few industries more than the ticketing business, but fans stand to benefit the most when full crowds...

March 11, 2021 SOURCE: ESPN

Tickets & Touts: FTC Moves Towards Stronger Enforcement With First BOTS Act Case

Four years after the passage of the BOTS Act, the FTC broke new ground with the first federal enforcement of the Act. Three ticket brokers ...

February 1, 2021 SOURCE: Pollstar.com

How to keep an eye out for Super Bowl LV ticket scams

Super Bowl game tickets are one of the most sought after tickets out there, but before you buy one that seems to good to be true - you need ...

January 27, 2021 SOURCE: Tampa Bay 10

BBB Tip: Buying Tickets

In light of COVID-19, many entertainment venues have canceled or postponed performances and sporting events. The 2021 Super Bowl IS ...

January 27, 2021 SOURCE: CaldwellJournal.com

Is Your Super Bowl Ticket Real or Fake?

With big events, usually comes big scams, and the Super Bowl is no execption. The Better Business Bureau is warning football fans to be on...

January 26, 2021 SOURCE: Bay News 9

BBB: Watch out for fake ticket sales

he Better Business Bureau (BBB) has been warning consumers about fake event tickets being sold online. "Thanks to the internet, there are...

January 20, 2021 SOURCE: News 4 Tuscon

Bills to Allow Fans for Playoffs – With Ticket Rules That Violate NY Law

For the first time this season, Buffalo Bills fans will be allowed to watch their team in person. New York’s government has authorized just...

December 31, 2020 SOURCE: Ticket News

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A Lack of Fans at the Masters Strains Those Who Would Sell the Experience

Passes to the Masters are some of the most expensive tickets in sports. But with fans barred from Augusta National Golf Club and other...

November 14, 2020 SOURCE: The New York Times

Darren Rovell, Industry Leaders Announced for NATB Virtual Ticketing Forum

Sports business reporter and analyst Darren Rovell and a slew of ticket industry thought leaders have been announced as participants in the ...

July 7, 2020 SOURCE: Ticket News

Amid Stubhub Layoffs & Liquidity Crisis, Ticket Brokers Push for a Bailout

Groups like the National Association of Ticket Brokers are floating the idea as a possible solution for the ticket resale business, hit hard...

March 26, 2020 SOURCE: Billboard.com

Ticket refunds: What to expect

With 259 NBA games, 189 NHL games and the start of the MLB season postponed, all of March Madness, multiple golf and tennis events canceled,...

March 19, 2020 SOURCE: ESPN.com

Ticketing Companies Step Into The Light At Subcommittee Hearing

Representatives from six North American ticketing marketplaces were questioned and, in some cases, fired shots at each other during the “In ...

March 6, 2020 SOURCE: Pollstar.com

Ticketing is Broken, The Boss Act is The Fix

Fan frustration when buying and selling event tickets is a reality I deal with on a routine basis as the Executive Director and Counsel for ...

March 2, 2020 SOURCE: Adler Law PLLC

How Ken Solky Became An MVP In The Combat Sports Ticket Arena

Ken Solky is one of the most influential and called-upon resources in the sports and entertainment world for tickets to major events, and he...

February 14, 2020 SOURCE: Forbes.com

Why are tickets to big events like the Final Four and Super Bowl so expensive?

The Final Four of men’s college basketball won’t be in Atlanta for another two months, and tickets are already selling for as much as ...

February 5, 2020 SOURCE: 11alive.com

Super Bowl tickets: Tips to avoid scams, counterfeits

If you're looking to score tickets to Super Bowl 2020 on Feb. 2, get ready to cash in your 401(k). While it is late in the game to get...

January 13, 2020 SOURCE: The Sun Sentinel

AG Jeff Landry Warns College Football Playoff Fans of the Potential for Ticket Scams

With events the size of the CFP Championship Game happening in the state comes the opportunity for fraudulent tickets to end up in fans’ han...

January 6, 2020 SOURCE: KPEL

What to consider before buying last-minute Brawl of the Wild tickets

With the Brawl of the Wild just around the corner last-minute tickets might just be hard to come by. The Bobcat Ticket Office says...

December 5, 2019 SOURCE: KULR 8

World Series Ticket Scams Prompt Warning In Fairfax County

Before you buy a ticket to the World Series, Fairfax County Police are urging fans to be on the lookout for scams. Police advise caution...

October 24, 2019 SOURCE: Patch - McLean VA

BBB Tip of the Week: Watch out for pro sports ticket scams

Going to a live sporting event provides the experience of being part of a greater experience –an amazing play that you can say “I was there....

September 1, 2019 SOURCE: The Spokesman Review

Packers urge caution when purchasing game tickets through secondary sources

With interest building for the regular-season opener at Lambeau Field in September, the Packers, Green Bay Police Department and the...

August 27, 2019 SOURCE: Packers.com

Vietnam vet whose Rolling Stones tickets vanished gets ‘Satisfaction’

A Vietnam veteran had waited half a century to see the Rolling Stones in concert. But after he purchased his tickets online, he was told tho...

August 26, 2019 SOURCE: AZFamily.com

Ticket Express offering full refund on Huskers tickets purchased if NU wins Big Ten Title

Wednesday marks exactly one month from the start of Nebraska's regular season. On Tuesday we reported on an area ticket company who is...

July 31, 2019 SOURCE: CBS 3 Omaha

Drop in interest in Packers? Smaller numbers in first week of training camp events

We're three nights from Packers Family Night, and there's still thousands of tickets available for the typically sold-out event. Packers Fa...

July 30, 2019 SOURCE: FOX 11 News

Soccer Fans Shocked At Victory Stop Ticket Prices At Allianz Field

She won back-to-back World Cup titles. But now the U.S. Women’s Soccer coach is stepping down....

July 30, 2019 SOURCE: CBS - Minnesota

Michigan State football ticket prices: How low can they go? Some seats already $6 online

f you want to buy tickets for Michigan State University home football games at bargain prices in decent sections, this may be the best time ...

July 29, 2019 SOURCE: Lansing State Journal

Basketball Hall Of Fame Inks Multi-Year Deal With Tickets For Less For Collegiate Events

he Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced a new multi-year partnership with Tickets For Less as a secondary-market ticket provi...

July 19, 2019 SOURCE: BusinessWest.com

Stanley Cup Final Tickets in High Demand; BBB/NATB Tips

St. Louis Blues and Boston Bruins fans across the country are excited for the NHL Stanley Cup Finals and many are looking for tickets to...

May 29, 2019 SOURCE: NATB.org

NCAA Final Four tickets: Michigan State fans face an expensive challenge

If you're a Spartan fan looking to get tickets to the Final Four in Minneapolis, it will probably take some work and patience to find them. ...

April 1, 2019 SOURCE: Lansing State Journal

Beware of ticket scam for NCAA Final Four

College basketball fans looking to score some tickets to the NCAA Final Four at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis might want to remember...

April 1, 2019 SOURCE: Twin Cities Pioneer Press

Twins opener a box office sell-out, but here’s where to look for tickets

The Twins opener today is sold out, although Twins officials have suggested that fans check with the box office -- which can be told at...

March 28, 2019 SOURCE: StarTribune - Minneapolis

How To Get Your Hands On Gophers NCAA Tournament Tickets

Fans of the Gophers are feeling pretty golden after knocking off seven-seed Louisville on Thursday. Next up for the Gophers is Michigan...

March 21, 2019 SOURCE: CBS - Minnesota

BBB warns about March Madness ticket scams

ROANOKE, Va. (WSET) -- With the 2019 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament set to start Tuesday, ticket scams could ruin the day of many college ...

March 18, 2019 SOURCE: ABC13 News

Hit Broadway Musical, Hamilton, Attracts Ticket Scammers – Again!

Trying to get tickets to the ever popular, typically sold-out Broadway show, Hamilton? Watch out! Ticket scammers try to fool unsuspecting...

February 10, 2019 SOURCE: WHNT19

The Ticket Industry Uncovered

When it comes to entertainment, the thriving success of the ticket industry shows that people love LIVE experiences. From sports games, such...

January 31, 2019 SOURCE: BBB Bistro

College basketball: Ticket prices for Michigan State’s games with Michigan keep going up

If you want a ticket to the March 9 Michigan State-Michigan men's basketball game at Breslin Center for under $200, you might want to act fa...

January 31, 2019 SOURCE: Lansing State Journal

BBB warns of Super Bowl ticket and travel scams

YUMA, Ariz. - The Los Angeles Rams and the New England Patriots are headed to the Super Bowl and the Better Business Bureau hopes to see few...

January 31, 2019 SOURCE: Fox 9

Broker says get your Super Bowl tickets now

Atlanta, GA (CBS46) The least-expensive way for you to see Super Bowl LIII is to watch it on CBS46, but for those of you who want to see it ...

January 31, 2019 SOURCE: CBS46 Atlanta

Ticket King VP Warns Against Buying Garth Brooks Tickets Already On Sale For 2nd Show

Tickets for Garth Brooks’ new show are already available on several websites, even though they don’t go on sale until Thursday, but you may...

December 18, 2018 SOURCE: CBS Minnesota

BBB warns Rolling Stones fans of fake websites offering concert tickets

The Rolling Stones are coming to Jacksonville in April and the Better Business Bureau says some scammers are trying to cash in through...

December 10, 2018 SOURCE: News 4 Jacksonville

3 things Red Sox fans should know about 2018 World Series tickets

Thinking about shelling out for some last-minute World Series tickets Tuesday or Wednesday night? Or saving up in case the Red Sox and Los A...

October 23, 2018 SOURCE: Boston.com

NATB Accuses Vegas Golden Knights of Backdoor Secondary Sales

A representative of the National Association of Ticket Brokers has accused the Las Vegas Golden Knights of seizing tickets from fans to sell...

September 25, 2018 SOURCE: Ticket News

Buying a concert ticket? How a new law Murphy just signed could affect you

Gov. Phil Murphy signed a bill into law Friday that could have an effect on the next time you buy a ticket to a concert in New Jersey...

August 25, 2018 SOURCE: NJ.com

Yes that’s the ticket!

One day during the 2002-2003 college basketball season, Dan Rouen bought a pair of KU tickets, but realized later that he couldn’t go to......

August 13, 2018 SOURCE: The Kansas City Star

7 Ways to Save on Concert Tickets

Before you drop a few hundred (or thousand) dollars on concert tickets, here are seven ways to save money on a live show. While every tip......

August 13, 2018 SOURCE: nerdwallet.com

Consumer tips of the month: How to avoid ticket scams

The blazing temperatures around the South Sound may not speak to it, but autumn is right around the corner. For many, the change of season s...

July 27, 2018 SOURCE: The Olympian

BBB: SCAMMERS LOOKING FOR OPPORTUNITY TO DUPE BILLS FANS

Rochester, N.Y. - The Buffalo Bills are back in the playoffs, and scammers are back at it, looking to take advantage of excited fans...

January 29, 2018 SOURCE: 13WHAM.COM

BUYER BEWARE: EAGLES FANS SEARCH FOR REPUTABLE PLAYOFF TICKETS

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- The Philadelphia Eagles' playoff game is 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, and if you want to pay third-party prices...

January 29, 2018 SOURCE: 6ABC.COM

ALABAMA VS. GEORGIA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP TICKET PRICES STILL HISTORICALLY HIGH ON DAY OF GAME

As we reach the 8-hour mark before kickoff of Monday's College Football Playoff National Championship Game, it's still going to take quite...

January 29, 2018 SOURCE: AL.COM

NATB Statement on Steve Wynn’s Attempts to Block Transfer of Concert Tickets

WASHINGTON: The National Association of Ticket Brokers (NATB), the non-profit trade association dedicated to protecting consumers and the se...

October 27, 2009 SOURCE: The Las Vegas Sun

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