First-Time Homebuyers Squeezed Out of San Diego Housing Market
People who don’t have a lot of cash or equity are finding it hard to compete in the hot real estate market.
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How to Use Apple's New iOS to Protect Your Privacy
NBC 7 Responds looked at how you can protect your personal information from apps that want to track you.
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Is All Chicken Healthy for You?
With an amazing aroma, a price of around 5 bucks and bound to make your life easier, rotisserie chicken seems like it has it all! But as Consumer Reports explains, beneath that golden-brown skin could be sodium, and a lot of it.
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NBC 7 Anchor's Name and Photo Used in Potential Scam
Possible scammer used name and picture of NBC 7 anchor Monica Dean to ask people for money on popular payment app.
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Tips for Owners of Peloton Treadmills After Recall
Customers who own the treadmills should contact the company for a refund or other options, reports NBC 7 Responds’ Consumer Bob.
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Rebuilding Your Home After a Disaster Will Cost More Right Now
If disaster strikes, your insurance might not cover the cost of rebuilding your home. Insurance agents say construction costs are very high. As California warns of an early fire season, it might be a good time to revisit your home insurance policy.
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Tips to Maximize Your Hand or Stick Vacuum
Spring cleaning can be time-consuming, but one easy way to stay on top of debris on your floors is with a small vacuum, like a stick or hand vac.
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Movie Theaters Are Opening After Pandemic Threatened to Shut Them Down
The entertainment industry was hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic. Many theaters had to lay off staff and temporarily shut down, others offered private screenings and food sales. Now many local theaters have opened their doors once again.
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How to Recognize Price Gouging
Whenever disaster strikes there are rumors and warnings of price gouging. What is it? Basically, if you see prices spike during an emergency, it may be price gouging. Few people know how to spot it when they see it, so here’s some things to look for.
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The Pandemic Might Have Permanently Changed How We Shop
The coronavirus pandemic had a major impact on all of our lives. With people staying at home and stores shut down, many of our habits changed.
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Surprise Ambulance Bills Cost Big Bucks
An ambulance ride during an emergency can cost unsuspecting patients a lot of money.
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The Tax Deadline Was Extended, So Don't Forget to File
The new tax filing deadline is May 17th. It was extended to give people more time to file after changes to tax law that took place during filing season. One of those changes exempted some unemployment benefits from federal taxes and gave some people pause.
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What Would a Plan to Get Rid of the Three Credit Bureaus Look Like?
Credit scores are used in many parts of our economy. The score can have a direct impact on the types of loans you qualify for, but not everyone is happy with the current system.
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FEMA Covering Funeral Costs for COVID-19 Deaths
Hundreds of thousands of people have lost their lives because of COVID-19. That meant many people were left planning funerals. Funerals are not cheap, so many people were left with a bill for thousands of dollars. FEMA’s new program hopes to help people in that situation.
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Why It's Important to Get Renter's Insurance
Most homeowners have insurance to protect them when disaster strikes. Fewer renters get insurance, but they still should. Recent disasters, like the deep freeze in Texas, show why.
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Self-Driving Cars Have a Long Way to Go to Earn Drivers' Trust
Self-driving cars are still being developed, but have a long way to go before drivers say they feel safe with them on the road. That’s what a AAA survey found.
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Buying a Home Can Be Hard in San Diego's Overleveraged Market
Buying a home can be a big step for a family. San Diego is known for having some high housing prices. It’s important to not try and buy something out of your price range.
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Here's Why You Might Not Want to Laminate Your Vaccine Card
More and more people receive a vaccine against COVID-19 each day. Some people want to laminate the cards to protect them, but vaccine cards have been around for decades. Laminating has not been a common form of protection.
