Consumer Information & Legal Forms

Comparative Guide to American Suburbs

Profiles of suburban communities within each of the 80 largest U.S. metropolitan areas in the United States.

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Consumer Reports

We offer free access to ConsumerReports.org to anyone at the library and to Des Plaines residents from home. You'll find ratings and recommendations on appliances, electronics, cars, travel and more.

This is a good source for local consumer information for the home, cars, health care (including physicians & dentists) personal services and more. It includes Chicago Consumers' Checkbook. You'll be asked to register with Consumers' Checkbook for home use.

Coronavirus Emergency Loans: Small Business Guide and Checklist

A guide and checklist from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to help your small business through the process.

Gale Directory of Publications and Broadcast Media

Over 57,000 listings for radio, television stations, cable companies and print media.

Legal Forms Library

Free forms for divorce, leases, wills, power of attorney, name changes, leases and more.

MasterFILE Premier

Full text for periodicals covering general reference, business, health, education and science. Links to video files including television shows like the Today Show and Meet the Press. Full text from reference books and more.

Medigap from Weiss Ratings

Build Your Own Customized Medicare Supplement Insurance Planner. Get step-by-step guidance on how to select a Medigap insurance plan, which plans are right for you and which insurance company has the lowest rates. CLICK HERE to watch a video presentation from Weiss ratings.

PriceIt! Antiques & Collectibles

Millions of records for identifying, researching and pricing art, antiques and collectibles.

Weiss/Financial Ratings Series

Find out how your bank or credit union is doing by checking its financial strength rating. You can also find ratings for mutual funds and stocks. Consumer guides for auto, health, homeowner's and long-term care insurance are also included.