Will You Have to Pay Taxes on Your California Middle Class Tax Refund?
At this time, the IRS is urging filers to wait for further clarification, with a decision possible by next week
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Credit Card Late Payment Fees Could be Slashed to $8
With higher prices stretching budgets, some people are relying more on credit cards than they have in the past. That means more people potentially late to make their payments, but a new rule hopes to change how much that can hurt.
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Your SDG&E Natural Gas Bill is About to Get Cut in Half
The average San Diego Gas & Electic customer’s bills are likely to be cut significantly — some even halved — in February. Here’s why.
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Are Supplements Worth the Money? A Consumer Reports Guide
Many people turn to vitamins and dietary supplements to improve nutrient deficiencies or general health. Consumer Reports shines the light on some of the most popular supplements, with findings that might surprise you.
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San Diegans See an Increase in Energy Bill Due to High Natural Gas Prices
The first energy bills of 2023 are rolling in, and you might need to brace yourself if you use natural gas. Some families and businesses say they’re worried about how they’ll get by.
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Beware of DIY Dental Hacks That Could Destroy Your Smile
People are sharing tips on social media, claiming they can save you money, but dentists say they could destroy your teeth. Some videos show people filing their teeth, or even filling the gaps between teeth with dental cement.
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Save on Groceries By Buying These Store Brands
Consumer Reports looks at how you can save without eliminating items from your shopping list.
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Your Tax Refund Could Be a Lot Smaller This Year. Here's Why
Your tax refund could be a lot smaller this year. Now that tax season has officially begun, what’s different?
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New State Laws Aim to Stop Fraud, Expand Access to Insurance
Jan. 1, 2023, saw a number of new laws take effect, including some that hope to expand insurance access and fight insurance-related fraud. If you’ve ever tried to get disaster insurance for your home, or got calls about your car’s extended warranty, these could help.
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New Requirements Track Contamination-Prone Foods
Millions of people get sick each year from contaminated food, and finding the source of the contamination isn’t easy. But that could be changing. There’s a new plan aimed at reducing the number of foodborne illnesses and deaths.
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NBC 7 Responds Helps Return $2,700 to Business Owner From DMV Mishap
When you start your own business, there are a lot of details you need to focus on. Rookie mistakes happen, and sometimes they can cost you big.
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After the Storm, What Exactly Does Your Insurance Cover?
The three-week series of storms has caused damage all across California. As communities start to clean up, people want to know if their insurance covers the damage.
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Proposed Student Loan Plan Could Cut Some Payments in Half
The Biden administration’s new proposal could really help some federal student loan borrowers. If the plan is approved, some people could see their bills cut in half.
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How Can You Stop Someone From Stealing Your Inflation Relief Payment?
Thousands of people have had their inflation relief payments vanish, so how can you stop it from happening to you?
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What's Your True Cost for Internet? Can You Improve That?
Consumer Reports looked at 22,000 Internet bills across the country to identify common trends
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Fed Up With Products Being Locked Up at Your Local Store? New Tech Could Increase Access and Security
Stores are always looking for ways to fight shoplifting. As NBC 7 Responds found at the Target in Mission Valley, one strategy is to put everyday products in locked cases, but researchers say this loss prevention tactic can actually drive shoppers away.
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What's Higher Than ‘Skyrocketing'? Consumers Should Prepare for SDG&E-Bill Shock
Average monthly gas rates more than double; electricity portion of utility bills is expected to increase by around $25 as well.
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Tired of Smart Devices Not Talking to Each Other? That Could Change
Connected gadgets around the home can be super-convenient, but making sure all those different devices work together is often an annoying struggle.
