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Solar power: Extra utility fee to cover costs?
A utility company in another state is proposing to charge a substantial fee to new solar customers.
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Video: Solar power: Extra utility fee to cover costs?
A utility company in another state is proposing to charge a substantial fee to new solar customers.
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Small-car crash test: Mixed results
Two redesigned Honda Civic models were the only small cars to get the top rating in the latest test from the IIHS.
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Video: IIHS small-car crash test: Mixed results
Two redesigned Honda Civic models were the only small cars to get the top rating in the newest test from the IIHS.
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Video: Moving scam probe: Woman's items missing
A woman says a moving company finally showed up at her home as promised, but not all of her belongings were there.
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Video: Avoid moving-company scams when relocating
Be careful who you hire to move your possessions. An ex-Californian says the company she hired is a week late on delivery.
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Consumer Reports ranks best prepaid cards
An investigation by Consumer Reports ranks the best and worst prepaid cards as some carry hefty charges and fees.
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Video: Consumer Reports ranks best prepaid cards
An investigation by Consumer Reports ranks the best and worst prepaid cards as some carry hefty charges and fees.
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Video: Save money on your kids' school supplies
Consumer Reports Shopsmart Magazine helps you find the best bargains to help you spend less on your kids' school supplies.
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Video: Single-serve coffeemakers put to the test
A cup of coffee at home is as easy as turning on a single-serve coffeemaker. See which machines ranked highest.
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Video: Buying house? Get ready for bidding war
If you're looking to buy a house, be prepared for a bidding war, which experts say is becoming the norm.
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Video: 'Floating' floors affordable, easy to install
'Floating' floors come in a variety of materials, including plastic laminate, solid wood, ceramic, cork and bamboo.
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Save money on your kids' school supplies
Consumer Reports Shopsmart Magazine helps you find the best bargains to help you spend less on your kids' school supplies.
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Burbank airport starts rewards points program
One new way to earn more airline and hotel rewards points was announced Friday at Bob Hope Airport in Burbank.
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Video: Burbank airport starts rewards points program
One new way to earn more airline and hotel rewards points was announced Friday at Bob Hope Airport in Burbank.
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Video: Can Bitcoin catch on with consumers?
A local doctor and other businesses are accepting Bitcoin, a form of digital money, but will the concept catch on?
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Long-term car loans: Experts weigh pros, cons
You can lower your monthly payments for a new car by getting a longer term loan. But is it worth it?
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Video: Long-term car loans: Experts weigh pros, cons
You can lower your monthly payments for a new car by getting a longer term loan. But is it worth it?
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Buying house? Get ready for bidding war
If you're looking to buy a house, be prepared for a bidding war, which experts say is becoming the norm.
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'Floating' floors affordable, easy to install
'Floating' floors come in a variety of materials, including plastic laminate, solid wood, ceramic, cork and bamboo.
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Price haggling is easier than you think
Consumer Reports says price haggling is easier than you think, and you could miss big savings by not speaking up.
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Video: Price haggling is easier than you think
Consumer Reports says price haggling is easier than you think, and you could miss big savings by not speaking up.
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Video: Trade your gas lawn mower for electric
The AQMD is helping you go green this weekend at Angel Stadium with deep discounts on electric lawn mowers.
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Cheap and free alternatives for online tech
There are legal ways to avoid spending hundreds of dollars or more for computer software and Internet service.
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Video: Cheap and free alternatives for online tech
There are legal ways to avoid spending hundreds of dollars or more for computer software and Internet service.
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Craft brew summer picks for beer lovers
American craft-brew beer companies are small and independent. Which craft brews topped the taste test?
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Video: Craft brew summer picks for beer lovers
American craft-brew beer companies are small and independent. Which craft brews topped the taste test?
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Ice cream scoops tested to find the best
Consumer Reports ShopSmart tried out four ice cream scoops to see if they can help make scooping easier.
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Video: Ice cream scoops tested to find the best
Consumer Reports ShopSmart tried out four ice cream scoops to see if they can help make scooping easier.
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Save money on prescription glasses online
You can save big on eyewear -- as much as 40 percent according to Consumer Reports -- if you know where to shop.
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Video: Save money on prescription glasses online
You can save big on eyewear -- as much as 40 percent according to Consumer Reports -- if you know where to shop.
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Retail chains offering online price-matching
Some major retail chains trying to get your business are matching prices of their online competitors.
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Video: Retail chains offering online price-matching
Some major retail chains trying to get your business are matching prices of their online competitors.
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DOMA ruling could save couples lots on taxes
The recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling on marriage could save same-sex couples thousands of dollars on taxes.
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Video: DOMA ruling could save couples lots on taxes
The recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling on marriage could save same-sex couples thousands of dollars on taxes.
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Video: Mortgage rates jump to 2-yr high of 4.46 pct.
Mortgage rates have suddenly jumped from near-record lows and are adding thousands of dollars to the cost of buying a home.
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Printers tested to find out ink efficiency
Consumer Reports tested nearly 30 big name printers to find which ones are the most efficient with ink usage.
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Video: Printers tested to find out ink efficiency
Consumer Reports tested nearly 30 big name printers to find which ones are the most efficient with ink usage.
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Video: Rising mortgage rates having big impact
Rising mortgage rates are having a big impact on real estate.
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Credit score you see can differ from lenders'
The credit score you pay to see is not necessarily the one that lenders use, according to Consumer Reports.
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Video: Credit score you see can differ from lenders'
The credit score you pay to see is not necessarily the one that lenders use, according to Consumer Reports.
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Android phones reviewed: Consumer Reports
More than 50 percent of the smartphone market opts for an Android phone. The latest entries offer new features.
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Video: Android phones reviewed: Consumer Reports
More than 50 percent of the smartphone market opts for an Android phone. The latest entries offer new features.
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Video: Man gets $23K from CA unclaimed property
With the help of our unclaimed property hotline, an Arcadia man received a huge check for nearly $23,000.
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Video: 2-day loan modification event in Torrance
A two-day loan modification event was held in Torrance to help homeowners facing potential foreclosure.
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Amazon starts grocery delivery in Los Angeles
Amazon.com has been delivering groceries in Seattle for years. Now, the giant online retailer is testing the service in L.A.
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Video: Amazon starts grocery delivery in Los Angeles
Amazon.com has been delivering groceries in Seattle for years. Now, the giant online retailer is testing the service in L.A.
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Tips to hire movers, avoid getting ripped off
The moving season is upon us. More people move in June than any other month. But you need to be careful who you hire.
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Video: Tips to hire movers, avoid getting ripped off
The moving season is upon us. More people move in June than any other month. But you need to be careful who you hire.
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Video: Dozens of gas grills tested to find best one
More people are now using gas grills, but which one is the best? Consumer Reports tested more than 100 gas grills.
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