http://chicago.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=46&id=a824b759-3137-43b5-aedf-a38056bcce73&debug=False 10 Thu, 26 Feb 2009 06:00:00 GMT National Consumer Protection Week focuses on giving consumers the tools they need to make smart financial decisions in today’s marketplace. http://chicago.bbb.org/article/free-information-available-from-bbb-at-consumer-protection-week-event-9298 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 Thu, 29 Jan 2009 06:00:00 GMT Small business owners are always looking for ways to set themselves apart from their competitors; awards and recognition from a third-party are a great way for a company to differentiate itself from the competition. http://chicago.bbb.org/article/bbb-small-business-advice-dont-believe-every-award-you-receive-8848