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    Save BIG in 2013 with stealth couponing

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    How to make $$ with unwanted gift cards

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    Words that will sell your home faster

    John Matarese reports on buzzwords that move homes, and some others that can kill a sale.

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      Smart Meter makes touch lamps go crazy

      John Matarese reports on an unusual side effect of smart meters affecting some homes.

    3. Walmart home phone claims big savings

      Walmart home phone claims big savings

      John Matarese checks into Walmart and other new budget home phones.

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      Is it the real Life Alert...or a scam?

      John Matarese has important information for anyone with elderly parents.

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      Honda recalling 18,000 cars

      Honda is recalling more than 18,000 cars in the U.S. to fix problems with the brakes.
       

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        6 apps that can earn you money

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          A new way to file credit card complaints

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          • Save BIG in 2013 with stealth couponing

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                            1. Smart Meter makes touch lamps go crazy

                              Smart Meter makes touch lamps go crazy

                              John Matarese reports on an unusual side effect of smart meters affecting some homes.

                            2. Walmart home phone claims big savings

                              Walmart home phone claims big savings

                              John Matarese checks into Walmart and other new budget home phones.

                            3. Is it the real Life Alert...or a scam?

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