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Consumerpedia, Episode 107:
HOW TO CHOOSE A TREE CARE SERVICE – Do the trees on your property need more attention than you’ve been giving them? To keep your trees in good shape and remove any hazards, you’ll probably need professional advice and labor. Here’s how to find the right company to do the job.
Consumerpedia, Episode 106: AVOID A VACATION RENTAL NIGHTMARE – A recent Checkbook investigation found widespread problems with vacation rentals, including fake listings and stolen deposits. In this episode, tips on how to protect yourself when booking a vacation rental.
EMPLOYMENT SCAMS SOAR: HOW TO SPOT BOGUS JOB OFFERS – Fraudsters are increasingly luring job seekers to apply for fake jobs – positions that don’t exist – using online ads, job boards, social media, and newspapers. Victims are losing thousands of dollars.
Consumerpedia, Episode 105: 10 TIPS TO FIGHT FRAUD – Fraud is on the rise, and criminals around the globe are getting better at what they do. In this episode, we talk to two fraud experts about ways to reduce your chances of falling for a scam.
TIPS FOR BUYING A NEW CAR,TRUCK, OR SUV IN 2026 – With hundreds of new vehicles to choose from, and prices that are sky-high, how do you decide what to buy? Here’s advice from the auto experts at Consumer Reports.
Consumerpedia, Episode 104: TIPS FOR BUYING A NEW OR USED CAR – The editors at Consumer Reports share their Top Picks for 2026. Also, how to choose a vehicle you really like, and what to consider before buying a used car or truck.
CPSC BANS DANGEROUS WATER BEADS SOLD AS TOYS – These tiny, colorful pellets that expand when soaked in water are now subject to federal safety regulations designed to protect children from the hazards of ingesting them.
FRAUD PREVENTION: 10 WAYS TO PROTECT YOURSELF – Americans lose billions of dollars each year to consumer fraud. You need to take steps to protect yourself from the con artists who want to steal your money and identity. Here are 10 ways to reduce your chances of becoming a victim.
Consumerpedia, Episode 103: SHADY HOME IMPROVEMENT FINANCING – A Checkbook investigation finds that some homeowners are being tricked into leasing their HVAC equipment when they believed they were buying it. How does this happen?
LAUNDRY DAY TIPS FROM A LAUNDRY EXPERT – Expert advice from a senior test engineer and laundry expert at Consumer Reports about detergents, fabric softeners, stain removers, washers, and dryers.