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Trump's second term could mean the downfall of the FDIC, CFPB: Here's what that means for consumers
Here’s what experts say about the possible closure of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
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Hanging out at Starbucks will cost you as company reverses its open-door policy
If you want to hang out or use the restroom at Starbucks, you’re going to have to buy something. Starbucks on Monday said it was reversing a long-standing policy that invited everyone into its stores.
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Stop & Shop using grocery store kiosks to make digital-only deals available to more customers
The regional supermarket chain Stop & Shop said Wednesday that it would install kiosks in all of its U.S. stores to make digital-only coupons more accessible to customers. Stop & Shop, which operates in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey and Rhode Island, said the kiosks will let customers scan a loyalty card or enter a phone number and quickly...
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Coffee prices are spiking due to climate change
The price of arabica coffee beans is up 70% this year due to droughts, frost, floods, high temperatures, say experts.
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Travel Tuesday brings savings, but with a catch
If you’re hoping to go on a vacation in the coming year, Tuesday is the perfect day to book your trip.
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Trump could dismantle newly built guardrails around your wallet, consumer groups warn
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is weighing which proposed rules on its agenda to finalize before the end of the Biden administration.
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Here's how to shop safely online this Cyber Monday
The holiday shopping season is in full swing, and with Cyber Monday right around the corner, many of us will be scouring the internet for the best discounts. While online shopping makes scoring deals convenient, it can also increase the risk of cyber threats. Whether you plan to brave the crowds this weekend or prefer to shop from home, consumers…
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Watch out for these common holiday scams, Boston police say
As the holiday season and shopping begins in earnest, Boston police are warning of several common holiday scams, noting that fraudsters are ready to take advantage of people this time of year. Police are sharing information about the following scams: The Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns shoppers against an increase in fake websites or personal sellers offering discounts this holiday…
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Shopping for Cyber Monday? Check out these safety tips first
According to a study by McAfee last year, more than 1 out of 3 of consumers say they have been the victim of an online scam during the holiday season.
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Tips for finding safe toys this holiday season
Black Friday is next week, and the deals are already pouring in. If you’ve got toys to cross off your holiday wish list, you may want to give them a close look, as some products could pose a safety risk. “Most people just assume that if something is for sale, that it must be safe … And that is absolutely…
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Trouble in Toyland 2024: Tips for finding safe toys this holiday season
It’s one week away from Black Friday, and the deals are already starting to pop up. If you’ve got toys on your holiday wish list, you might want to give them a closer look. Some products could pose a safety risk....
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United said it lost a passenger's bag, but the AirTag inside showed something else
The AirTag said the checked bag was inside the airport, but United Airlines said it couldn’t find it. The bag later traveled 30 miles away.
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Are Black Friday deals worth waiting for? Here's what to expect this year
Retailers try to tempt shoppers with Black Friday discounts. But these offers are not necessarily the best prices of the year, according to experts.
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When's the best time to trade in your car?
According to Kelley Blue Book, dealers have too much new car inventory, and customers can see better offers on some trade-ins.
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Watch out for this ‘card declined' scam
The Better Business Bureau wants consumers to be on the lookout for this new online shopping scam that starts with a very simple message — your card has been declined. Because it could end up with your bank account drained. Here’s how it works and how you can protect yourself....
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How to protect your home Wi-Fi amid flurry of back to school messages
School is just starting for many. But we have some homework for parents to protect themselves and their home Wi-Fi networks. NCB10 consumer investigative reporter Leslie Gaydos is here with a warning and the step you can take to secure your home network....
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How to protect yourself from identity theft and fraud
Are you doing enough to protect yourself from becoming a victim of identity theft and fraud? That’s a question you should be asking yourself every day. Data breaches over the years have exposed the personal information of millions of people, you included. “I think the most important thing is to realize that your information is out there. Criminals have...
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How to protect yourself from identity theft and fraud
Pay attention to things like your credit, your passwords, and your security to avoid becoming a victim.
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Email lockout solved by NBC10 Boston Responds
A MetroWest woman was locked out of her email account, and after weeks of trying to get back in she reached out to our NBC10 Boston Responds team as a last resort. Our viewer Alice, a senior citizen who did not want to appear on camera, said she’s a was locked out of her AOL email account. She had...
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Beware of misleading solar panel loans
If you’re considering going solar, be careful if you’re taking out a loan. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is warning homeowners about residential solar energy lenders who are misleading people, with some using deceptive factors to trap people into costly loans. “While solar power can certainly help families save money, we want to make sure that the lending...