BBB warns consumers to stay away from predatory loans Emma Thomas September 6, 2022 1 minute read The Better Business Bureau logo. In the wake of a study that found a rise in predatory lending during the COVID-19 pandemic, the BBB tells consumers to look at all of their options before taking out a payday loan. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has details: Share: Post navigation Previous: Shooting victim doesn’t cooperate with policeNext: Roanoke’s first taco festival this weekend: proceeds to support moms Related Stories Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026 Sen. Warner sponsors bipartisan bill to make hot rotisserie chicken SNAP-eligible Clark Palmer June 5, 2026