What Happens When You Get Taxed on Tax-Free Weekend?
NBC10 Boston Responds was contacted by a woman who was charged sales tax by an out-of-state retailer during tax-free weekend.
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Fighting Back on Medical Debt
Many Americans are burdened by medical debt. Consumer Reports has advice on what to do before you pay any bills to avoid potential scams.
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What Are the Safest Things to Feed Your Baby?
Store bought or homemade, there are certain foods that are found to have higher levels of heavy metals that could be dangerous for your child. Consumer Reports explains.
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How to Save On Your Energy Costs
After National Grid warned electric bills could increase more than 60% this winter, here are some ways to save some money to soften the blow.
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NBC10 Boston Responds Helps West Roxbury Woman After Banking Scam
You probably get fake texts and emails every day — scammers mimic real companies to trick you into divulging your personal information. A Boston woman mistakenly fell for one of these scams in July when she got a text message she thought came from her bank. “It said it was from Chase … it said that, like, my account got…
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How to Boost Your Credit Score
If you’re looking to give your financial health a little boost, here are some tips that can help improve your credit score.
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How You Can Save Water During Drought Conditions
There are things you can do indoors and outdoors to help limit your water use.
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Hacked and Ignored? Frustration for Customers Locked Out of Their Social Media Accounts
Users saying the process to recover accounts is confusing and not helpful.
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The Best Reusable Water Bottles for Any Scenario
Getting your daily water intake can be tricky, but a good reusable water bottle will help. Consumer Reports breaks down the options.
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Will Your Brown Grass Ever Be Green Again? Don't Give Up Hope Just Yet
It was definitely not the year of the picture-perfect lush lawn. Heat waves, a drought and town water bans resulted in acres of dry, brown, dead grass. “I can’t remember any other year, like this year,” said Peter Mezitt, president of Weston Nurseries in Massachusetts. “We had droughts in 2020 and in 2016, but this one was definitely wo... -
Looking to Add a Mattress Topper to Your Bed? Consumer Reports Has Tips for You
If you’re tossing, turning or having trouble getting comfortable in your bed, you might want to consider a mattress topper. The experts at Consumer Reports have some tips on how to pick the best option for you.
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What to Buy in September
The seasonal shift from summer to fall is here and it’s a great time for savings.
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FTC Commission Accuses Credit Karma of Deceptive Marketing
The Federal Trade Commission has filed a lawsuit over what it calls false offers.
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How Much NBC10 Boston Responds Has Saved Viewers
The NBC10 Boston Responds team has helped people save more than $1.1 million.
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Growing Number of Americans Consider Electric Cars
Consumer Reports has what you need to know to decide if an electric car is right for you.
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Worried About Your 401K? Here's a Chance to Reassess
A stock market slump sent 401K’s tanking in the first half of the year. And with stocks falling steeply again in recent days, you may want to analyze your risk assessment. Have you looked at your 401k recently? It’s been hard to stomach. “To be honest, I’ve been sort of in denial about looking at it,” one passerby in... -
Greener Home Gadgets to Reduce Waste in Your Daily Routines
Consumer Reports breaks down greener home gadgets that help reduce waste – and can also save you some money.
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Protecting Your Investment With College Insurance
It’s no secret college costs a lot, but there are actually forms of insurance that can help protect your investment.
