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What to know about paying off medical debt with a credit card
Medical credit cards and loans come with promises to ease the burden of medical debt, but you should think twice before signing up. News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan reports.
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Best cleaners to use on home windows
News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shares which cleaners will remove smudges and leave your glass streak free.
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How to control your online shopping data
News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shares ways to protect yourself online during the holiday shopping season.
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How to make a crowd-pleasing cup of hot cocoa
Consumer Reports made dozens of cups of hot cocoa to recommend what will make the tastiest version for your holiday gathering. News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shares the results.
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The unspoken rules of flying etiquette
Etiquette experts and flight attendants shared tips that could make your next flight — and everyone else’s — more pleasant. News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan unpacks the dos and don’ts.
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Holiday shipping deadlines: How to get packages on time
News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shares what you need to know if you are shipping your holiday gifts.
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How to choose a portable laptop monitor for working remotely
Laptops are convenient— yet their screens aren’t always big enough and some computer monitors aren’t compact. News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan explains how new technology can fix this problem.
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4 tips for winter skin care
The colder season can leave your skin feeling dry and irritated. Try these tips from an esthetician to improve your winter beauty routine. News4’s Jummy Olabanji reports.
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Theater groups say online ticket company left them waiting for funds
Two theater groups in the D.C. area say they were owed thousands of dollars by Brown Paper Tickets. News4’s Susan Hogan tells what happened and gives a look at complaints nationally.
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These items ‘can really get ruined' in your dishwasher
Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan reveals the five things you should never put in your dishwasher.
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How do you pick a warranty? Read the fine print
News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shares important money-saving tips to help you get the most out of your warranties.
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Do LED face masks really work?
The masks promise to clear up acne, erase fine lines and reduce the signs of aging using light therapy — but do users see results, and are they safe to use? News4’s Eun Yang spoke to a dermatologist about the skincare trend.
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4 tips for avoiding impulse buying on social media
Social media and influencers’ persuasive content can lead to overspending, but there are ways to fight the temptation. News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan reports.
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Halloween safety: Tips for avoiding tricks
Theft insurance claims go up significantly on Halloween, according to a new report. News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shares tips to keep your home safe while trick-or-treating.
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How to know if you're eligible for a Virginia tax rebate
More than $900 million in tax rebates will be sent out to Virginia taxpayers within the coming weeks. News4’s Susan Hogan gives tips on how to know if you’re eligible for a tax rebate.
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Searching for the best car insurance rate? Heed this warning
Quote comparison sites seem like the perfect option for finding cheap car insurance, but News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan explains the pitfalls to be aware of.
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How to do laundry like a professional
News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan spoke to a Consumer Reports laundry expert about how to conquer laundry day.
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How consumer protection offices can help handle scams and disputes with businesses
If you’ve been scammed, are dealing with identity theft or have a dispute with a store, gym or auto repair shop, a local consumer protection office may be able to help. News4’s Susan Hogan talks with a consumer protection investigator in Montgomery County.
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Pediatrician shares advice for fighting fall viruses
News4’s Erika Gonzalez spoke to Dr. Krupa Playforth on what illnesses doctors are seeing and tips for keeping your family healthy.
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5 things you didn't know expire
Milk, medicine, your car registration — we all know those items expire. But many potentially life-saving items also have expiration dates, and you might not know about it. News4’s Susan Hogan reports.