(WBBM NEWSRADIO) -- As the Super Bowl approaches, scammers are ready to tackle sports bettors.
In the frenzy leading up to the biggest football game of the year, fans might jump at the chance of scoring a big win with online sports betting, but be careful that you are not gambling with a money-losing scam.
With fantasy leagues and online sports betting exploding in popularity, the stakes have been raised for potential fraud. Here are some tips to avoid scams.
-Be careful following links in emails and pop-up ads, which can often lead you to fake websites.
-Be leery of offers that sound too good to be true and sports handicapping ads promising you a guaranteed win and always read the fine print on incentives.
-Look for established services that have been approved by the Illinois Gaming Board and research companies through the BBB to find businesses you can trust.
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