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Welcome to The Buzz @ The BBB of Chicago & Northern Illinois

If you've seen it on our social media, heard it on the radio, or saw Steve Bernas talking about it on the news - you can find it here! Check out some of our top stories, links 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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Become a Better Business

Stand out in a crowded and competitive marketplace. BBB Accreditation instantly tells people you’re a business they can trust. Apply today and see if your business has what it takes to earn The Sign of a Better Business℠.

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Nominate A Business

Do you know a business that stands out for its integrity? Nominate them today and help celebrate ethical leadership in Chicago and Northern Illinois.

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The BBB is turning 100

On April 22, 2026 the Better Business Bureau will have proudly served Chicago and Northern Illinois for 100 years! View our page to see how you can join us in celebrating a century of trust.

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Better Business Magazine

From Anti-Cruelty's mission for animal welfare to Empire Today's iconic jingle, Nuts on Clark’s recipe for success, and our 2024 BBB Scholarship Recipients, this edition highlights the stories behind successful businesses and community leaders.

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Get free quotes from trusted BBB Accredited businesses in your area. Simply click the button below to search business categories near your zip code. 

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Our BBB Foundation

The Foundation of the Better Business Bureau serving Chicago & Northern Illinois is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to educating and empowering consumers and businesses on marketplace trust. From students to seniors, the BBB Foundation presents on topics including cybersecurity, scams, and trust.

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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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Find a Better Business

Finding BBB Accredited Businesses is fast, easy and free! From attorneys to car dealerships, landscapers and much more – Better Businesses commit to operating honestly and ethically. When the BBB connects people with businesses they can trust, everyone lives Happily Better After℠.

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Leave a Review

Your feedback matters. Share your experience with a business to help others make informed decisions and encourage trustworthy practices in our community. Every review contributes to a more transparent marketplace. 

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File a Complaint

Had a problem with a business? We’re here to help. Filing a complaint with the BBB is a constructive way to seek resolution and hold businesses accountable to ethical standards.

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Report a Scam

Spot a scam? Speak up. Reporting scams to BBB Scam Tracker helps protect others in your community and allows us to track and expose fraudulent activity.

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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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Tip-Off to the Rip-Off

The BBB has teamed up with WBBM-AM Newsradio to bring you the Tip-Off to the Rip-Off series, dedicated to warning consumers about common scams.