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Chicago-area woman warns of romance scams after sister loses $80K
A Chicago Ridge woman is out $80,000 after falling for a man she thought was an acclaimed actor.
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Fake charities, job postings and more: Here are the BBB's '12 Scams of Christmas'
The holiday season can be a busy time of the year — not just for shoppers and gift-givers, but also for scammers. In an effort to raise awareness, the BBB has compiled a list of the 12 latest scams of Christmas consumers should be wary of — and you may want to check it twice.
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Parents be warned: scammers out in full force as students prepare to head back to school
With back-to-school shopping underway, the Better Business Bureau is warning parents about scammers and imposters, banking on families looking for school supply deals.
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Better Business Bureau Sends Out Warning Against Spring Break Scams
The federal business bureau is sending out a warning about scams ahead of the spring break travel season.
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Beware of Scams: BBB Offers Tips To Stay Safe This Tax Season
As the 2023 tax season kicks off, the Better Business Bureau is cautioning the public to be wary of tax schemes that could cost time, money and heartache.
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IRS Asking Some Residents to Hold Off on Filing Returns
In an unusual move, the IRS is asking some residents to hold off on filing their tax returns, NBC 5’s Lexi Sutter reports.
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The 12 Scams of Christmas to Look For and How to Avoid Becoming a Victim
The holiday season can be a busy time of the year — not just for shoppers and gift-givers, but also for scammers, NBC 5’s Charlie Wojciechowski reports.
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Police Warn of Recent Robberies Involving Facebook Marketplace
Chicago police are asking residents who frequently use online marketplaces to buy or sell second-hand items to be on high alert after a string of robberies involving the platforms were reported over the last three months. Sandra Torres has more.
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Police Issue Alert After 19 Robberies Involving Facebook Marketplace, Offer Up Reported in Chicago
Chicago police are asking residents who frequently use online marketplaces to buy or sell second-hand items to be on high alert after a string of robberies involving the platforms were reported over the last three months.
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BBB Says Scam Complaints Involving Online Marketplace Sales Are on The Rise
Facebook Marketplace is popular for buying and selling items online, but it’s also popular with scammers, with the Better Business Bureau warning consumers that fraud involving items is on the rise.
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Here's What Color Ink You Should Use to Sign Your Checks to Avoid Fraud, According to BBB
Officials are looking to combat a growing fraudulent method where scammers steal, fake and forge mailed checks, and their efforts all start with the pen you use to mark your checks.
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Here's What Color Ink You Should Use to Sign Your Checks to Avoid Fraud, According to BBB
Officials are looking to combat a growing fraudulent method where scammers steal, fake and forge mailed checks, and their efforts all start with the pen you use to mark your checks.