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  • A utility company in another state is proposing to charge a substantial fee to new solar customers.
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technology, environment, save money / consumer news, ric romero
  • A utility company in another state is proposing to charge a substantial fee to new solar customers.
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save money / consumer news
  • The 2013 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid ($35,925 base price) is seen in this undated file photo.
  • A few automakers are offering fuel-efficient luxury hybrid vehicles that will also help drivers save money at the pump.
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auto news, save money / consumer news
  • Two redesigned Honda Civic models were the only small cars to get the top rating in the newest test from the IIHS.
  • 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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auto news, technology, save money / consumer news, ric romero
  • Two redesigned Honda Civic models were the only small cars to get the top rating in the newest test from the IIHS.
  • 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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save money / consumer news
  • A moving truck is seen in this August 2013 photo.
  • 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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save money / consumer news
  • The 2014 Porsche Cayman is seen in this undated file photo.
  • It's pretty, it's practical, and it comes under the Porsche name. The Cayman has been redesigned for 2014.
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save money / consumer news
  • A classic car is seen in this undated file photo.
  • Do you love classic cars? Car specialist Dave Kunz shares some tips on how you can buy a vintage ride of your own.
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save money / consumer news
  • An investigation by Consumer Reports ranks the best and worst prepaid cards as some carry hefty charges and fees.
  • An investigation by Consumer Reports ranks the best and worst prepaid cards as some carry hefty charges and fees.
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consumer reports, save money / consumer news, ric romero
  • An investigation by Consumer Reports ranks the best and worst prepaid cards as some carry hefty charges and fees.
  • An investigation by Consumer Reports ranks the best and worst prepaid cards as some carry hefty charges and fees.
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consumer reports, save money / consumer news
  • Consumer Reports Shopsmart Magazine helps you find the best bargains to help you spend less 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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school, consumer reports, save money / consumer news
  • A 2013 Nissan Versa Note is seen in this undated file photo.
  • Nissan has rolled out a new subcompact car which offers options that used to be available only on upscale models.
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save money / consumer news
  • A single-serve coffeemaker is shown in this undated file photo.
  • 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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food, consumer reports, save money / consumer news
  • The 2014 Buick LaCrosse ($34,060 base price) is seen in this undated file photo.
  • For road trips or your daily commute, General Motors now offers several choices in full-size sedans.
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auto news, auto industry, save money / consumer news
  • Just about every parent has to keep the car clean when you're hauling kids around.
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auto news, auto industry, save money / consumer news
  • A house for sale is seen in this undated file photo.
  • 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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housing market, save money / consumer news
  • 'Floating' floors come in a variety of materials, including plastic laminate, solid wood, ceramic, cork and bamboo.
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save money / consumer news
  • Consumer Reports Shopsmart Magazine helps you find the best bargains to help you spend less 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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school, consumer reports, save money / consumer news, ric romero
  • Bob Hope Airport in Burbank announced a new way to earn more airline and hotel rewards points.
  • One new way to earn more airline and hotel rewards points was announced Friday at Bob Hope Airport in Burbank.
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airline, travel, save money / consumer news, ric romero
  • Bob Hope Airport in Burbank announced a new way to earn more airline and hotel rewards points.
  • One new way to earn more airline and hotel rewards points was announced Friday at Bob Hope Airport in Burbank.
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airline, travel, save money / consumer news
  • Car dealership
  • 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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save money / consumer news, ric romero
  • Car dealership
  • 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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save money / consumer news
  • A house for sale is seen in this undated file photo.
  • If you're looking to buy a house, be prepared for a bidding war, which experts say is becoming the norm.
Tags:
housing market, save money / consumer news, ric romero
  • 'Floating' floors come in a variety of materials, including plastic laminate, solid wood, ceramic, cork and bamboo.
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save money / consumer news, ric romero
  • Pickup truck sales are picking up as the U.S. economy recovers. American companies are releasing new trucks.
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auto news, auto industry, save money / consumer news
  • A teenager is seen driving a car with a manual transmission.
  • A group of local teenagers were rounded up to learn how to shift some gears at a day-long exercise in Anaheim.
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auto news, save money / consumer news
  • A woman shops for appliances.
  • Consumer Reports says price haggling is easier than you think, and you could miss big savings by not speaking up.
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shopping, consumer reports, save money / consumer news, ric romero
  • A woman shops for appliances.
  • Consumer Reports says price haggling is easier than you think, and you could miss big savings by not speaking up.
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shopping, consumer reports, save money / consumer news
  • A self-defense demonstration is shown at Gracie Academy in Torrance.
  • The inventors of Brazilian jiu-jitsu and the Ultimate Fighting Championship are now teaching women self-defense.
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fight, save money / consumer news, christina salvo