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Hyundai Returns / BBB Ratings
The Better Business Bureau is making it easier this New Year to help you decide which companies you'll want to spend your hard earned dollars with. And Hyundai has rolled out a new program to protect car buyers.
Getting Organized for Taxes
When it comes to taxes, there are three camps – those who are concerned they may owe money, those who come out even and those that get a refund.
Making Some Extra Cash
No doubt this is going to a be a tough year financially for many people, so we're continuing to look out for your financial survival. I often talk about budgets and cutting your expenses but what about making more money? It may not be as hard as you think. Video Watch Video
Trading Electronics For Cash
Who doesn't want to get their hands on the latest technology? It seems like something bigger, better, faster comes out everyday. But what do you do with the gadgets you've got? If you're sick of the clutter in your house, or feel guilty tossing it all out, how'd you like a way to turn your devices into dollars, or at least dispose of them responsibly? Video Watch Video
Best Destination Getaways For 2009
We're helping you getaway for less in 2009. There are some great deals overseas and stateside. INSIDE: JoAnne Purtan has the details so you Don't Waste Your Money. Video Watch Video

HDTV 101 Videos
Excellent Flat-Screen TVs
Big, flat-screen TVs-both LCDs and plasmas-are usually hot sellers around the holidays. Considering the economy, this year might be different.
Choosing a Converter Box
People who have older analog TV's will need a converter box when TV goes all digital in February. Our partners at Consumer Reports tested dozens of boxes to help you find a good one.
Analog Passthrough
Do you like to watch hockey night in Canada on Channel Nine from Windsor? If you want to keep watching it next year after February 17th, you need to know a thing or two.
HD 101 - The basics
With the switch to digital TV coming, many people don't know that if digital tv doesn't necessarily mean HDTV. So how do you get the crystal clear HDTV picture? JoAnne Purtan reports
Antennas & HD Movies
We've told you all along that if you have an analog TV and get your signal with an antenna you need to buy a digital converter box. Many of you have done that, but we've also gotten calls from people saying that when they hook the box up, with their antenna, they're not getting a signal.
Tuesday Test
Long-Lasting AA Batteries
People spend almost a billion dollars a year on AA batteries. But do you know which ones last the longest? And is it worth it to pay more for rechargeable batteries? Consumer Reports just tested 17 of those batteries to find which last the longest. Video Watch Video
Easy Electric Wine Openers
In restaurants, the wine server makes opening a bottle look so graceful. But there are plenty of us who wind up just pushing the cork in. Video Watch Video
Best Meat Thermometers
If you're cooking this holiday season, a good meat thermometer can come in very handy. That's the only tool that's going to be able to tell you when your meat and poultry are completely cooked. Video Watch Video
Super-Fast Turkey Roast-Off
Do you LOVE Thanksgiving turkey but HATE how long it can take to cook? TurboChef says its Speedcook wall oven will cook a 12-pound turkey in just 42 minutes, thanks to convection and microwave features. It also promises “five-star results.” Video Watch Video
GPS Navigator For Less
Here's a bit of cheer amid the economic blues. If you're in the market for a GPS navigator, it's actually a great time to buy one. More features are being offered, and prices on many have come down. Consumer Reports National Research Center just surveyed owners and tested almost 50 to help you find a good one. Video Watch Video


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