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Don't Waste Your Money
7 Ways to Cut Costs at Home
In this Don't Waste Your Money report we have 7 ways to cut costs in your home.
7 Meals for $7
It’s not easy coming up with a good meal to serve your family each night, and doing it all on a budget is even harder. So, we’re helping you serve up seven meals for under $7. Video Watch Video  |  Document More $7-a-Meal Recipes (286.5KB)
Best & Worst Cereals
We know breakfast is important, but you may want to rethink what you're buying. Consumer Reports tested populer cereals to see which are the best. Video Watch Video
7 Ways to Save
In these financially turbulent times, we're all looking to cut back. So, we asked some of you what you're doing to save money.
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Help for Struggling Homeowners
With all the talk of a Wallstreet bail out, there's a consumer bail out that you may not know about. For homeowners struggling to pay their mortgage, there is help they’re entitled to right now. Video Watch Video

HDTV 101 Videos
HD 101 - The basics
With the switch to digital TV coming, many people don't know that if digital tv doesn't necessarily mean HDTV. So how do you get the crystal clear HDTV picture? JoAnne Purtan reports
Antennas & HD Movies
We've told you all along that if you have an analog TV and get your signal with an antenna you need to buy a digital converter box. Many of you have done that, but we've also gotten calls from people saying that when they hook the box up, with their antenna, they're not getting a signal.
Getting Ready for Digital TV
It's less than 6 months away from now when broadcasters like Channel 7 are required to switch to digital signal only. Here's a reminder about what that means to you.
Converter Box Coupons
The big switch to digital TV is leass than 7 months away and a lot of people are finding their government coupons to buy a converter box have expired.
HDTV Cables
Will spending big money on fancy cables really give you a better image on your digital television?
Tuesday Test
Tuesday Test: Weed Wackers
Would you believe we buy almost as many weed wackers as lawn mowers? We went looking for ones that won't take to big of a chunk out of your budget. Video Watch Video
Tuesday Test: Shower Cleaners That Work
When it comes to cleaning your shower, there are lots of products to choose from. Spray cleaners, powdered cleaners, aerosol foam. All claim to get your shower sparkling clean. Video Watch Video
Tuesday Test: Digital Frames and Cameras
In the market for a digital camera? Well, the good news, according to Consumer Reports, is they all take pretty good pictures. So how to pick one? There are lots of things to consider. Video Watch Video
Tuesday Test: Electrical Shavers
Maybe you’re looking for an electric shaver to give for Father’s Day, or maybe you’re just looking for a close shave. To get the most for your money, check out what Consumer Reports found out in its latest tests of 14 electric shavers, both rotary shavers and foil shavers. Video Watch Video
Tuesday Test: Synthetic Decks
It takes work to keep wood decks looking nice. If you don’t stain them every few years, they’re likely to crack and fade. In the hopes of cutting down on maintenance, one of five homeowners is putting in synthetic decking. Video Watch Video


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