The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers about a new scam that promises to help cut credit card bills.

To sound legitimate, scammers tell consumers they are with the U.S. Better Business Bureau and that President Barack Obama has just signed a bill allowing the BBB to assist them.

Consumers should be alert to the fact that scam artists will use the change in administration and the talk of stimulating the economy to take advantage of people by taking their money, said a BBB spokesman. "Do not be fooled by those who call and say they represent the government or any other legitimate organization and ask for personal information."

BBB officials warn that consumers should never give out bank account numbers, credit card numbers or Social Security numbers to anyone who calls on the phone. For information, visit the Web site at www.bbb.org.