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Buying a greener TV

Buying a greener TV

With the digital transition in June, you might be one of millions of folks ready to buy a new television. If energy-use or other environmental factors play a role in your decision, in addition to things like cost, performance, and... [ More ]

Reduce your grocery bills: try a garden

Watching Michelle Obama till up the White House lawn for a veggie garden inspired me. The idea of growing my own tomatoes and basil (I do love homemade pesto) AND saving money is very appealing. Only thing is I don’t... [ More ]

FDA: 72 diet pills to skip

Diet season is here—telltale signs include the sudden lack of parking spots, spin bikes, and treadmills at my gym. All that means shopping for a bikini can’t be far behind. If you're tempted to shop for a new diet pill... [ More ]

What to do with recalled products

What to do with recalled products

Product recalls have been in the news constantly for the past two years now. This past year there were 563 recalls administered by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the government agency that oversees the safety of more than 15,000 types... [ More ]

Be your own coupon cop

Be your own coupon cop

Looking to trim your grocery bill? It’s not enough to scour newspapers and peruse Web sites for coupons. You’ve got to make sure the coupons actually work—and stand your ground if they don’t. I found that out the hard way.... [ More ]

Unhappy? Don't be afraid to speak up—gently

Unhappy? Don't be afraid to speak up—gently

Ever buy an expensive shirt at a high-end store only to find that it came apart after two washings? Or been disappointed that the hotel room you booked looked at a cement wall and NOT the ocean, as they advertised... [ More ]

Avoid the big-box binge

Avoid the big-box binge

Businesses are hurting as we all sit home wearing our same old clothes, watching Netflix films, and making homemade pizza. When we do go shopping, we’re looking for a deal—and many of us are making a beeline to the membership... [ More ]