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Business (New) FTC: Skechers deceived consumers with shoe ads (Video)

By JENNIFER C. KERR,Associated Press Published: May 16, 2012 at 11:08 AM PDT Last Updated: May 16, 2012 at 1:13 PM PDT

The government wants you to know that simply sporting a pair of Skechers' fitness shoes is not going to get you Kim Kardashian's curves or Brooke Burke's toned tush.

Consumer Survey finds plenty of reputable local locksmiths (Video)

By Connie Thompson Published: May 15, 2012 at 8:04 PM PDT

Our Problems Solvers alert about people being gouged by rogue locksmiths really touched a nerve, especially among honest locksmiths who say the problem is worse than you can imagine.

Consumer Consumer Reports: Best gas grills (Video)

By Consumer Reports Published: May 15, 2012 at 3:43 PM PDT Last Updated: May 15, 2012 at 5:33 PM PDT

You can burn up some big bucks on a new gas grill, but do you have to spend a lot in order to get a grill that delivers delicious results?

Health FDA delays rules meant to ease sunscreen confusion

By LAURAN NEERGAARD AP Medical Writer Published: May 15, 2012 at 8:51 AM PDT

Sunscreen confusion won't be over before summer after all. The government is bowing to industry requests for more time to make clear how much protection their lotions really offer.

Consumer CHECKBOOK: Best vets in the area not the priciest (Video)

By Herb Weisbaum Published: May 14, 2012 at 5:17 PM PDT Last Updated: May 14, 2012 at 5:35 PM PDT

CHECKBOOK President Robert Krughoff says the magazine evaluated 195 vets in the Puget Sound area and found some striking vets who were accessible and gave quality care.

Consumer Watch out for huge interest rates on store credit cards (Audio)

By Herb Weisbaum Published: May 14, 2012 at 10:22 AM PDT

A lot of stores offer credit cards. And they can have some great perks. But there can also be some big pitfalls.

Consumer Exploring eco-friendly options for home-related projects (Video)

By Molly Shen Published: May 11, 2012 at 5:10 PM PDT Last Updated: May 14, 2012 at 9:38 AM PDT

Whether you're hiring a contractor for major work or a house cleaner to help you out, you might be looking to go "green." Angie's List says most people want to hire eco-friendly workers, but many aren't sure they're getting the real deal.

Consumer Which are the cheapest cars to own? (Audio)

By Herb Weisbaum Published: May 11, 2012 at 10:41 AM PDT Last Updated: May 15, 2012 at 8:04 AM PDT

When it comes to the true cost of a car, there's a lot more than the price you negotiate and the interest on the loan. There's the insurance, taxes, fuel, service and repairs, as well as depreciation.

Consumer The Pasta Boat: Does it work? (Video)

By Connie Thompson Published: May 9, 2012 at 8:02 PM PDT Last Updated: May 11, 2012 at 9:51 AM PDT

Even people who love to cook appreciate things that save time and hassle in the kitchen. So I was curious about a product called the Pasta Boat.

Local & Regional Rogue locksmiths overcharging customers (Video)

By Connie Thompson Published: May 11, 2012 at 11:22 PM PDT Last Updated: May 14, 2012 at 3:47 PM PDT

Rogue locksmiths are grossly overcharging customers who lock themselves out of their homes and cars, forcing them to pay double, triple and sometimes even four times what the service is worth.

Consumer Bill would require clear disclosure of overdraft coverage and fees (Video)

By Herb Weisbaum Published: May 9, 2012 at 4:34 PM PDT Last Updated: May 9, 2012 at 5:18 PM PDT

If approved, the bill would also require that overdraft fees be "reasonable and proportional" to the cost of the transaction.

Consumer Know and understand your blood cholesterol level

By The Mayo Clinic Published: May 9, 2012 at 8:17 AM PDT

Let's talk about your blood cholesterol level. We know that if your levels are high, the risk of developing clogged arteries goes way up. Why? A simple analogy would be your drainpipes at home.

Consumer Do you really know your bank's overdraft protection policy? (Video)

By Herb Weisbaum Published: May 8, 2012 at 3:02 PM PDT Last Updated: May 10, 2012 at 8:21 AM PDT

If you make a purchase at the store with your debit card and you overdraw your checking account, will you get hit with a fee? What if you overdraft because of an ATM withdrawal? Are you sure?

Consumer Majority of teens seen texting while driving (Video)

By Consumer Reports Published: May 8, 2012 at 1:03 PM PDT Last Updated: May 9, 2012 at 11:19 AM PDT

Consumer Reports surveyed more than a thousand drivers between the ages of 16 and 21. Of the young drivers polled, 71 percent said they had seen their peers texting while driving in the previous month.

Consumer Worsening car blind spots (Video)

By Consumer Reports Published: May 7, 2012 at 7:57 PM PDT

If you're having a hard time seeing out of your car, you're not alone. Cars designed with high trunks and hoods and low, sloping rooflines give a sleek appearance on the outside but can cause visibility problems from the inside.

Consumer Beware of hidden fees, rates when using a calling card (Video)

By Consumer Reports Published: May 7, 2012 at 4:09 PM PDT Last Updated: May 7, 2012 at 5:53 PM PDT

A Consumer Reports investigation found that when it comes to overseas calling cards, it's a buyer beware market.

Consumer The best travel rewards credit cards

By Herb Weisbaum Published: May 7, 2012 at 8:31 AM PDT Last Updated: May 9, 2012 at 9:15 AM PDT

CardHub.com just picked these three travel cards as the best because they offer huge bonuses for signing up and using them.

Consumer Report: Law on credit-reporting fails consumers

By Associated Press Published: May 6, 2012 at 2:15 PM PDT Last Updated: May 8, 2012 at 8:11 AM PDT

Americans are virtually powerless to correct damaging mistakes in their credit reports due to loopholes and obstacles in the federal law governing credit-reporting agencies, an Ohio newspaper reported Sunday.

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