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Overhauled FAFSA application opens for 2024-2025 school year: What you need to know
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, has opened and there are some major changes this year. News4 Consumer Investigative reporter Susan Hogan shares why families should start the process ASAP.
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How to know if you're eligible for a Virginia tax rebate
More than $900 million in tax rebates will be sent out to Virginia taxpayers within the coming weeks. News4’s Susan Hogan gives tips on how to know if you’re eligible for a tax rebate.
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How to grow college savings with a 529 plan
News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan explains how to take advantage of a 529 college savings plan and what to know before withdrawing the funds.
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How consumer protection offices can help handle scams and disputes with businesses
If you’ve been scammed, are dealing with identity theft or have a dispute with a store, gym or auto repair shop, a local consumer protection office may be able to help. News4’s Susan Hogan talks with a consumer protection investigator in Montgomery County.
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Ready 4 School? Save with these back-to-school shopping tips
News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan offers tips on how to save during back-to-school season.
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Back-to-school tip: How to use browser extensions to maximize savings
News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shares how to use technology to stretch your budget on back-to-school items.
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‘What happened?': Kids shoe company orders never arrived, customers say
Some Monkey Feet USA customers told NBC4 Responds they began to have issues with orders not being fulfilled starting in March.
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Robotic mops: What to know as you shop
You’ve heard of robotic vacuums; now there are robotic mops. News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shows how they performed in tests by Consumer Reports.
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Are ‘buy now, pay later' apps safe? Here's what to know
News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shares how to protect your money when using “buy now, pay later” apps.
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Paying Rent With a Credit Card: Good or Bad Idea?
Paying rent with a credit card helps earn rewards but can also cause extra interest charges. News4’s Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan spoke with an expert about how to tell if this option is right for you.
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SUV Bought for $85K Is Sent to Scrapyard After VIN Fraud. How to Protect Yourself
A Maryland woman learned the SUV she bought used and drove for 20 years had been stolen and the VIN had been tampered with. “Within five minutes, the police officers took my vehicle,” she told News4’s Susan Hogan.
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SUV Bought for $85K Is Sent to Scrapyard After VIN Fraud. How to Protect Yourself
A Maryland woman learned the SUV she bought used and drove for 20 years had been stolen and the VIN had been tampered with. “Within five minutes, the police officers took my vehicle.”
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Here's How to Save on Pricey Printer Ink
Looking to save on pricey printer ink? Pick the right printer in the first place — and you might want to change your font. News4’s Susan Hogan and Consumer Reports have these tips.
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Build an Emergency Fund to Protect Your Finances
With inflation on the rise, it’s important to have an emergency fund for when the unexpected happens. News4’s Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan explains.
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Tips for Healthy Eating on a Budget
Saving money on food can be hard when making healthy choices. News4’s Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shares easy ways to find budget-friendly healthy items.
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Organic, Free Range or Cage-Free? Egg Labels Explained
With dozens of egg options at different prices, including for cage-free, free range and organic, what does it all mean, and is it worth paying more? Consumer Reports helped explain.
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Organic, Free Range or Cage-Free? Egg Labels Explained
Egg prices have jumped nearly 60% in the past year. News4 Consumer Investigative Reporter Susan Hogan explains how to understand carton labels.
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What to Buy in March: Spring Cleaning Deals
Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan is here to with deals on some top-rated Consumer Reports products to help with spring cleaning.
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Finance DIY: How to Pay Off Debt & Fix Your Credit
This article originally appeared in The 4Front, NBC Washington’s newsletter Working 4 You, your family, community, health, safety and money. Subscribe here. Families are increasingly relying on credit cards to keep up with the high cost of living. In the final months of 2022, credit card balances went up by $61 billion — the largest quarterly increase since the U.S….
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How to Pay Off Debt: 3 Strategies to Achieve Financial Freedom
Daunted by paying down credit card debt? News4’s Susan Hogan shares three strategies to help you achieve financial freedom.