BBB Tip-Off to the Rip-Off: New Years Resolutions [Video]

(WBBM NEWSRADIO) — New Year’s resolutions tend to focus on health and finances – but resolving to be on guard against scams helps you achieve both by reducing stress and money loss.

For a happy and healthy 2025, resolve to be cautious with emails, text messages, and social media communications.

Always verify sources and avoid clicking on links or calling numbers unless you absolutely know they’re safe.

Never send money to strangers or businesses you cannot confirm. Avoid any non-traditional forms of payment like gift cards or wire transfers.

Use hard, non-repetitive passwords that don’t involve personal information that can be found online and check your credit reports and bank accounts regularly.

For more information, go to BBB.org/ChicagoBuzz.

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