http://chicago.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=46&id=a824b759-3137-43b5-aedf-a38056bcce73&debug=False 10 Fri, 15 Jan 2010 06:00:00 GMT Many banks are increasing their rates and fees before new financial regulations take affect next month and this is giving scammers an opportunity to steal consumer identities. http://chicago.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-consumers-of-threats-as-banks-raise-rates-and-fees-providing-identity-theft-scam-opportunities-14767 Fri, 12 Jun 2009 05:00:00 GMT The Better Business Bureau warns that deceptive door-to-door magazine sales crews are often hitting the pavement and looking to earn a quick buck this summer. http://chicago.bbb.org/article/start-of-summer-signals-door-to-door-magazine-selling-scam-11011 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 05:00:00 GMT With the U.S. Census process beginning, the BBB advises people to be cooperative, but cautious, to avoid becoming a victim of fraud or identity theft. http://chicago.bbb.org/article/bbb-urges-cautious-cooperation-as-us-census-workers-start-consumer-contacts--10880 Wed, 13 May 2009 05:00:00 GMT The Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois warns consumers to be alert for deceptive telemarketing phone calls in regard to their vehicle manufacturer on warranty status. http://chicago.bbb.org/article/confusion-about-auto-warranties-opens-the-door-for-scammers-to-cheat-car-owners-warns-bbb-10459 Mon, 04 May 2009 05:00:00 GMT A new form of identity theft, "smishing" is gaining significance in cell phone text messaging. "Smishing" is the practice of sending a text message to steal credit card or identity information. http://chicago.bbb.org/article/scammers-keeping-pace-with-technology-as-smishing-is-phishing-done-through-text-messaging-10302 Wed, 29 Apr 2009 05:00:00 GMT The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers of spam e-mail messages which take advantage of the public's H1N1 virus concern. These messages may contain harmful computer viruses or malware. http://chicago.bbb.org/article/bbb-warns-against-scams-based-on-swine-flu-fears--10197 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 05:00:00 GMT Always read the fine print or risk paying the price when being tempted by ads on social networking sites http://chicago.bbb.org/article/bbb-says-buyer-beware-when-clicking-on-facebook-ads-9858 Wed, 18 Feb 2009 06:00:00 GMT If your plans include using a home improvement contractor to help with the fix-up and repair, the Better Business Bureau recommends three things to successfully start a project: request two or three different companies to submit bids for work you want, don’t automatically pick the lowest offer, and make sure all bids are based on the same set of specifications and materials to be used. http://chicago.bbb.org/article/spring-is-time-for-love-robins-and-home-improvement-contracts-9190