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If you've seen it on our social media, heard it on the radio, or have seen Steve Bernas talking about it on the news - you can find it here! Check out some of our top stories and resources below.

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Be a sharp consumer - get the BBB Edge℠! BBB Edge℠ is a FREE monthly newsletter, filled with financial tips, the latest scam alerts, local news, special offers, and so much more - delivered directly to your inbox!

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Submit your FREE entry!

Submissions for the BBB's 28th Annual Torch Awards for Ethics are officially open. The deadline to enter is September 11th and our Awards Ceremony happening on Thursday, November 14, 2024.

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Free Webcam Covers

Our President and CEO, Steve Bernas & Bob Sirrott on WGN Radio, offered listeners a free webcam cover for their computers. If you're interested, please fill out the form linked below.

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Torch Award Webinar

Gain insight from Eric Rieger and Rich Jurek, two former Torch Award recipients. In this webinar they share some tips and best practices for filling out your Torch application. You'll also learn some great ideas on how you can make your Torch submission stand out to our panel of judges.

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BBB Tips For A Scam Free Vacation

Hotel booking scams are increasing, and Jason Knowles from ABC 7 News highlighted our tips for ensuring you book with a trusted site. Click the link below for the full story.

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Phishing Scams

Phishing scams target individuals and businesses, with business losses totaling billions over the last three years, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and supported by BBB Scam Tracker reports. According to the BBB Scam Tracker, Phishing Scam reports doubled in 2023. What does that mean for 2024? Find out by clicking the link below and watching the full story.

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BBB Foundation Speaker's Bureau

The Speakers Bureau for BBB Chicago and Northern Illinois can provide speakers for non-profit neighborhood groups, retirement organizations, business associations, and businesses. Our speakers discuss several topics relating to consumer and business scams, ethics, cybercrime as well as how the BBB has addressed marketplace issues for nearly 100 years. Request a speaker by clicking the link below.

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Your FREE Financial Ebook!

The Better Business Bureau and Financial Planning Association of Illinois have teamed up to bring you this FREE resource. Navigating the often complicated and confusing world of financial services can be tricky. This book aims to help you determine your financial planning needs.

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BBB Magazine - A Free Gift From Us!

Check out Better Business Magazine online or order your FREE issue today.

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BBB x WBBM : Tip Off to the Rip Off

The BBB has teamed up with WBBM to bring you the Tip Off to the Rip Off series, dedicated to warning consumers about common scams. Check out the segments below!