My April visit on the Nick D podcast: I talk about job scams, share advice on avoiding fraud, and provide tips to help make sense of buying a new car or truck. (My part starts 9 minutes into the episode) radiomisfits.com/ndp444/
NEW Consumerpedia Episode: AVOID A VACATION RENTAL NIGHTMARE. A recent Checkbook investigation found widespread problems with vacation rentals, including fake listings and stolen deposits. In this episode, tips on how to protect yourself when booking a vacation rental. bit.ly/4tBYq8y
Job Scams Soar: Here’s How to Spot Bogus Employment Offers
Fraudsters are increasingly luring job seekers to apply for fake jobs – positions that don’t exist – using online ads, job boards, social media, and newspapers. Victims are losing thousands of dollars. bit.ly/4tq12qb
NEW CONSUMERPEDIA EPISODE: Fraud is on the rise, and criminals around the globe are getting better at what they do. In this episode, we talk to two fraud experts about 10 ways you can reduce your chances of falling for a scam. bit.ly/4c59gOB
Look what was in the newspaper today -- our dog, Sammy, featured in the “Red and Rover” cartoon strip. Sincere thanks to our dear friend Brian Basset for this wonderful tribute to our very special boy. We will treasure this forever! bit.ly/4uTe9S8
This video shows how AI has become a powerful tool for scammers! Anything can be made to look real. We can no longer trust what we see!!! You must VERIFY before we trust anything. vimeo.com/1089361192
Tips for Buying a New Car, Truck, or SUV in 2026:
With hundreds of new vehicles to choose from and sky-high prices, how do you decide what to buy? Here’s advice from the auto experts at Consumer Reports. (READ OR LISTEN) bit.ly/3POoONV
NEW podcast: Tips for Buying a New or Used Car.
The editors at Consumer Reports share their Top Picks for 2026. Also, how to choose a vehicle you really like, and what to consider before buying a used car or truck. bit.ly/47OB47h
NEW VIDEO: Water Bead Dangers – New federal safety regulations should protect children from the hazards of water beads sold as toys. www.youtube.com/watch?v=JZEn...
CPSC Bans Dangerous Water Beads Sold as Toys: These tiny, colorful pellets that expand when soaked in water are now subject to federal safety regulations designed to protect children from the hazards of ingesting them.
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Shared my Fraud Fighting Tips with my friends at ARC Seattle @komonews News. www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmYP...
45 years ago this week, I became the consumer reporter at KIRO TV/ Radio in Seattle. My journey in broadcast journalism has taken me to CBS News, NBC's TODAY Show, KOMO TV/Radio, and now Checkbook.org. Thanks to everyone who has supported me throughout my journey.
Fraud Prevention: Top 10 Ways to Protect Yourself. Americans lose billions of dollars each year to fraud. You need to protect yourself from the con artists who want to steal your money & identity. Here are 10 ways to do that. bit.ly/4lefEGh
The latest episode of my @CheckbookOrg Consumerpedia podcast is out! Watch a sneak peek on Instagram: bit.ly/3OQ5Oyk
The latest episode of my @CheckbookOrg Consumerpedia podcast is out! Watch a sneak peek on Instagram: bit.ly/3OQ5Oyk
New Consumerpedia podcast episode: Shady Home Improvement Financing. A Checkbook investigation finds that some homeowners are being tricked into leasing their HVAC equipment, believing they were buying it. How does this happen? bit.ly/4cZaN9G
My monthly visit with Nick: Data breaches, dealing with debt the right way, and expert laundry tips. Plus, how consumer scams have changed during the last 45 years of my career. (I start 8:45 into the show) radiomisfits.com/ndp434/
New YouTube video! Laundry Tips: Advice from the laundry experts at Consumer Reports: www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRSO...
The latest episode of @checkbook.org's Consumerpedia podcast is out! Watch a sneak peek on Instagram: bit.ly/4tYjFme
Thanks to Jeff at Rossen Reports for inviting me to talk about how supermarket loyalty programs have become supermarket surveillance programs. The amount of data collection being done is alarming and outrageous. I hope you can watch. www.youtube.com/watch?v=5t0U...
NEW @consumerpedia.org podcast episode: Landry Day Tips - Expert advice from a senior test engineer and laundry expert at Consumer Reports about detergents, fabric softeners, stain removers, washers, and dryers. bit.ly/4avmhPD
Don’t Ignore All Those Data Breach Notices Companies Send You: There’s a good chance you’ve received a data breach notice recently – perhaps several within the last year. Here’s what to do to protect yourself when you get a breach notification. bit.ly/3Oq6dah
Here's my latest Instagram reel for Consumerpedia Podcast episode #101: Dealing with Debt. instagram.com/p/DUbgvF8kWaG/
Dealing with Debt: Real-Life Success Stories: Americans are struggling to pay their bills; many rely on credit cards to make ends meet. Help is available for those drowning in debt. With hard work and proper guidance, you can be debt-free.
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My February visit with Nick: A look at the big changes in the federal tax code that could mean a bigger refund for many, how the AI boom has quietly pushed up the price of computers and phones, and the ways marketers are getting sneakier when it comes to kids. radiomisfits.com/ndp426/
My friend, ace reporter & anchor Gary Horcher
@kiro7seattle.bsky.social, was nice enough to interview me for his investigation into how stores monetize your personal information in exchange for loyalty discounts. It's creepy! bit.ly/3ZF64lJ
My friend, ace reporter & anchor Gary Horcher @kiro7seattle.bsky.social, was nice enough to interview me for his investigation into how stores monetize your personal information in exchange for loyalty discounts. It's creepy! bit.ly/3ZF64lJ
2026 Tax Filing Season: Expect the Biggest Changes in Years. Congress made several major changes to the tax code that will affect most taxpayers’ returns – especially compared to last year, when the IRS made only routine inflation adjustments.
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Free Tax Preparation and Filing Options: Most taxpayers can prepare and file their federal tax returns for free, saving hundreds of dollars. Here are the various ways to do that. bit.ly/4q9EesC
AI Boom Will Raise Prices for Computers and Smartphones: Planning to purchase a new computer or smartphone this year? Buying soon could save you hundreds of dollars, as manufacturers are forced to pay higher costs for memory chips in the months ahead.
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