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Getting an expensive medical bill can be overwhelming, but negotiating with your doctor doesn’t have to be. Here are a few easy ways to see if you can get your medical bills lowered, even if you don’t have insurance.

If you have a big trip coming up, you may be wondering whether or not it’s worth purchasing travel insurance. The answer is: it depends. Here’s what you need to know before you decide to buy basic coverage, comprehensive insurance, or no travel insurance at all.

NBC 7’s Consumer Bob shares tips for clearing the clutter in your home.

Feeling cramped in your home? Getting rid of items you no longer use may help.

A new school year is starting which means it’s time for back-to-school shopping — but it doesn’t mean you have to break the bank. With a little planning, you’ll be able to save on everything from school supplies to school clothes all year.

If you’ve found yourself sent to a collection agency, there are ways to negotiate your delinquent debt down – or off your credit report entirely. Here’s what you need to know about negotiating with collections.

If you aren’t getting the help you need from customer service, a complaint letter can help document your issues with a product or service in writing. Here’s what you need to know to make sure a company hears your complaint loud and clear.

Whether you live in tornado country, an earthquake zone or an area prone to wildfires, there are easy ways to prepare before disaster strikes. Here’s what you need to know to plan ahead in case of emergency or a natural disaster.

If you see prices spike during an emergency or natural disaster, it may be price gouging. Here’s how to recognize illegal price gouging and what you can do about it.

You may be spending up to 10% of your electric bill every month on appliances you aren’t even using. Here’s how to spot these energy vampires and how to save big bucks on your next power bill.

If you’ve been fighting with an unresponsive travel agent over money, a little-known California fund has millions of dollars that could be paid to you.

If you’ve been fighting with an unresponsive travel agent over money, a little-known California fund has millions of dollars that could be paid to you.

Filing your taxes is going to look a little different this year thanks to the coronavirus pandemic. From unemployment to working remote, here’s what you need to know before you file your 2020 taxes.

The pandemic hit many families’ finances hard. So hard, more than a million families took money out of their 401(k) accounts. Consumer Investigator Chris Chmura explains how this changes the way you file taxes.

Many of San Diego’s essential workers are now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine, which means there are more chances for people to try to steal personal information, reports NBC 7 Responds Consumer Bob.

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, florists will soon be flooded with orders from last-minute romantics. Here are some ways to avoid common Valentine’s Day flower flops and other floral fiascos.

NBC 7 Responds’ Consumer Bob looked at how cybercriminals are thriving during the pandemic.

As hotels across the country begin to reopen, more and more people are hitting the road and booking places to stay. But there’s one souvenir you won’t want to bring home: the coronavirus. Whether you’re traveling for business or for pleasure, here are some tips to help stay safe at your hotel during the pandemic.

We’ve all run into issues when asking for a refund, but there’s another way to get your money back: chargebacks. Here’s what you need to know about what chargebacks are and how to get them.

NBC 7 Responds’ Consumer Bob looks at how San Diegans can benefit from another $1,200 check