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06/17/2013

BBB Wise Giving Alliance, Charity Navigator, and GuideStar Join Forces to Dispel the Charity “Overhead Myth”

In a historic move, the leaders of the country’s three leading sources of information on nonprofits – GuideStar, Charity Navigator, and BBB Wise Giving Alliance – penned an open letter to the donors of America denouncing the “overhead ratio” as the sole measure of nonprofit performance.

06/05/2013

Summer Smarts: Keep Your Home Safe While You Are Away

With an estimated 136 million Americans going on at least one vacation this summer, safety and security precautions are a must. Proactive measures can help consumers keep their home safe from fire, carbon monoxide, and the threat of burglary while they are away.

06/05/2013

Cut Down on Junk Mail and Spam

There are a few things more annoying than junk mail, spam and unsolicited calls and texts messages. Not only are these unwanted communications an annoyance, but they can potentially lead to identity theft.

06/05/2013

Smart Business: Four Tips for Public Speaking

If you are like most people, the thought of speaking in public strikes fear in your heart. No worries; you can overcome your fear of public speaking.

06/04/2013

‘Look First’ is Good Advice When Choosing a Drivers Education Program

CHICAGO, IL – June 4, 2013 – Bad customer service, no shows, and poor sales practices should not be part of a quality drivers education program. But, in reality, those are the complaints being received by the Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern Illinois.

06/04/2013

BBB Offers Free Seniors Education Seminars in the Wake of Cellphone Scam

In response to the recent cellphone scam and other schemes targeting seniors, the BBB is offering seniors and seniors’ groups free educational seminars to give them the knowledge and skills to protect themselves

06/04/2013

Weight Loss Complainants Lose Cash, Not Weight.

Losing weight without diet or exercise right before summer sounds enticing, but Better Business Bureau warns that weight loss products weigh on consumers more than other types of fraud.

09/07/2012

Protect Yourself from Investment Scams

Before you invest your earnings, it is important to check for scams and verify credibility of the investment firm. Asking questions, research the company, reach out to local investment firms and advisers, talk to other investors. It’s essential to take precaution with all investment opportunities.

09/07/2012

In an Emergency, When Seconds Count, Know Where to Turn

September is National Preparedness Month and what better time to ensure your family’s emergency readiness than with a month dedicated to your safety. Knowing what to do before, during and after an emergency is a critical part of being prepared and may make all the difference when the seconds start to count.

09/07/2012

Grandparent Scams are on the Rise – Do you Know the Red Flags?

Sunday, September 9th is National Grandparents Day and as we look to celebrate this day with the grandparents that we love, it’s important to take the time to educate our loved ones on the scams that target them. Better Business Bureau is warning well-meaning seniors about “emergency” scams.

09/07/2012

Kick off September With Kindness – Does Your Business Have What it Takes?

A warm smile and a kind gesture can brighten even the gloomiest of days. When working with customers, it’s always important to recognize the integral part of quality service. September is National Courtesy Month.

08/02/2012

Don’t Let Election Scammers Count on Your Support This Election Season

Better Business Bureau is advising voters to be on the lookout for the growing number of scams that are likely to continue leading up to the Presidential election.

08/02/2012

Small Business Tip: Turning Warm Leads Into Hot Prospects

No matter what your business, you need two things: a happy, loyal customer base and a steady stream of new prospects. The Direct Selling Education Foundation (DESF) offers some great suggestions in its free e-book.

08/02/2012

Shop Smart – Spend Less on Back-to-School Supplies this School Year

School bells will be ringing before we know it. Now’s the time to take advantage of annual back-to-school specials on supplies.

08/02/2012

Door-to-door Selling Complaints Projected to Double Over Last Year

While many door-to-door salespersons are honest, BBB receives complaints from consumers who purchased poor quality items or products that never arrived. BBB warns that deceptive door-to-door sellers are looking to make a quick buck


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