How to Make Dollar Stores Pay Off
Dollar stores outnumber Starbucks and McDonald’s combined—and more are coming. Four of 10 store openings this year are expected to be dollar stores.
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How to Fight Funky Household Odors
How to track down and tackle those odd smells around the house.
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Three Insurance Companies Ordered to Issue More Refunds to Drivers
People drove less during the pandemic, that’s why many drivers saw lower premiums or received refunds. But three companies have been ordered to “close the gap” between what they’ve actually paid, and how much they owe drivers.
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Beware of Parking Lot Car Repairs
A quick car repair sounds like a great deal, especially if it’s done while you’re already busy. If you get approached about a parking lot car repair, take a second look before agreeing to anything.
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Planning a Cruise? Here's What You Need to Know
Cruise ships have returned to the Port of San Diego. As passengers board once again, they may notice some changes on their trip.
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Beware, Younger People at High Risk of Falling for Scams
Many people assume the elderly are the primary target of scams, but now the younger generations are being duped just as much.
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SDG&E Overcharges University Heights Woman by Hundreds
There’s usually some concern when an energy bill spikes. People might thing they’ve left appliances running or made another mistake. But what do you do when your energy bills each charge hundreds of dollars?
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How to Find and Delete Old Online Accounts
Keeping all that unused personal data lying around the internet could put your digital privacy and security at risk. Now Consumer Reports reveals some tips and tricks to help you say goodbye to unwanted accounts once and for all.
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Finding Treasure During Pandemic Cleaning
During the pandemic many people took the time to clean and organize. People found all kinds of treasures inside, including some rare coins and jewelry.
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18-Year-Old Truck Drivers Could Soon Cross State Lines
Commercial truck drivers must be 21 or older to transport goods across state lines. New rules in the bipartisan infrastructure bill that passed the Senate would create a program for some 18-year-olds to cross state lines. It’s to help make it easier to find drivers.
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Suspicious Texts May Be Trying to Steal Your Personal Data
Many of us check our text messages without much thought. That’s why people are trying to use texts to steal your personal information.
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Quick Do's and Don'ts for Efficient Laundry
With students away at college, you might have less laundry to do. But they might be clueless about how to do it on their own. That’s where Consumer Reports comes in with some laundry do’s and don’ts that all of us can benefit from.
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Keep Your Apple Products Safe from Cyberattacks
For a long time, many of us assumed that Apple devices were untouchable when it came to cyberthreats and malware because they’re too tough to hack, but not anymore: Recent attacks against Apple products are causing concern.
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What You Need to Know to Clear Your Clutter Once and For All
Feeling cramped in your home? Getting rid of items you no longer use may help.
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How to Buy a Used Car Instead of a Lemon
The pandemic-related computer chip shortage isn’t expected to end anytime soon, and it’s having an impact on the production of new cars and trucks. As a result, the used-car market is hotter than ever. But pre-owned cars can sometimes have problems. Consumer Reports’ car experts share some advice to help you determine whether a used vehicle is a go... -
New Rules on Paying for College
The pandemic made college even harder for many families to afford. Consumer Reports explains that recent changes could make school more affordable.
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Cruising Toward A Refund: Regulators Propose New Rules to Protect Future U.S. Cruise Passengers
Cruise lines were heavily impacted by COVID-19, leading to confusion and frustration for customers looking for refunds. Now, federal regulators are stepping in and could soon have policies on the books protecting the wallets of future passengers.
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Will Free Rides, WiFi Get San Diegans to Ride Mass Transit?
When was the last time you rode a bus? Most adults haven’t been on one in years, but there’s a new push to try to get people to use mass transit.
