Susan Hogan

A fire extinguisher can prevent disaster — if it’s working and used properly. News4’s Susan Hogan has tips on making sure your tool is ready.

Feeling the urge to purge unwanted stuff? News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shares how to tell trash from potential treasure — plus maximize resale value of valuable items.

After a long leisurely summer, it is important for kids to get back into the flow of good habits in time for school. News4’s Susan Hogan reports on the different healthy ways kids can maintain healthy decisions for school and their futures.

A new report from the Identity Theft Resource Center shows a significant increase in identity theft through hacking social media accounts. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shares tips on how to prevent social media data breaches.

Maryland couple Jess and Josh Shumway want nothing more than to have a baby of their own. After months of unsuccessfully trying to get pregnant, they turned to fertility doctors for help.  They’ve since undergone several rounds of in vitro fertilization over the past five years, a process in which doctors attempt to fertilize eggs outside the body, with...

Staying cool in the summer is essential for your health. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan provides tips on saying cool all summer long.

With the school year fast approaching, many people are looking for cheaper ways to get the supplies they need for the year. News4’s Susan Hogan reports on how to save money when shopping for school supplies.

With the summer sun, it is important to choose a sunscreen that will successfully protect skin from harmful UV rays. News4’s Susan Hogan reports on the varying labels, brands and criteria of different sunscreens.

A woman fighting for her right to sue a company was denied due to a clause in the fine print of her contract. It’s called an arbitration clause — a type of clause that many companies use to avoid lawsuits. News4’s Susan Hogan explains what these clauses are and how to protect against them.

The month of July is going to be full of great online deals for consumers. News4’s Susan Hogan tells us more on the best products to buy in the upcoming month.

Digital payments may seem more convenient, however your money could be more at risk to scams and other digital mistakes. “Once you’ve sent it, you’ve spent it,” said one consumer reporter. News4’s Susan Hogan tells us how to protect your money digitally.

Staying on your parents’ health insurance plan until you turn 26 is an option — but not always the best option, experts say. News4’s Susan Hogan has tips on finding the best plan for you.

Many college graduates’ first goal is to land a job — but then what? News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan talks to a financial advisor about how recent grads can manage their money.

Mobile payment apps are under fire for lack of protection from fraud. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan explains how to protect electronic payments.

Should you slather petroleum jelly onto your skin or hair? Here’s what a Consumer Reports editor told News4’s Susan Hogan.

News4’s Susan Hogan reports on how people are making money off their home’s best features.

Christian Sanya was looking for a gig that could bring in extra money without taking her away from home. Turns out, her washer and dryer were the keys. News4’s Susan Hogan reports.

With inflation at an all-time high, people are trying to find creative ways to generate more income to offset their expenses. You don’t have to look far to cash in. This week — Consumer reporter Susan Hogan is showing you how making money could be right under your nose. Andy Gonzales turned his Silver Spring backyard into a dog park.

Fires, falls and illness can be prevented by taking safety measures around your home. News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan has safety tips.