Toy Test: Noisy Toys
In Toy Test part 2, Jim Donovan takes a look at noisy toys.
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In Toy Test part 2, Jim Donovan takes a look at noisy toys.
In these tight economic times, it's harder than ever to get a loan, so some people are leaning on cosigners to get approval for the money they need. But as 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan tells us, you may want to think twice.
The retail wars for your Christmas dollar are already heating up. Many big retailers are promoting that they've got the lowest prices, and if you find an item elsewhere for less, they'll match the price.
The struggling economy along with soaring health care costs is forcing many people to make a tough choice between buying medicine or other necessities.
These days, we use our cell phones for all kinds of things, from searching the web to watching movies. Things like texts and emails are common services for typical phone plans. But if you're traveling, don't assume they're part of the package or, as 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan found, you may be in for one expensive wake up call.
It's the latest question car buyers are being asked these days, do you want a "prepaid maintenance plan"? These are not extended warranties. Instead these plans cover routine kinds of service to your car.
Are you in the market for a new job? Don't be surprised if future interviews are a bit unconventional. As 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan finds, more and more employers are using webcams to screen potential job candidates.
Think about how much stuff you own, and how little you use some of it. Wouldn't it be nice to make some money on your stuff while it's sitting around? As 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan finds, these days, it's easier than ever.
We've all been there. The phone rings during dinner, or when you're putting the kids to bed, and it's a telemarketer.
They're sold often in cute, coordinating nursery sets. But do crib bumpers pose a safety risk to babies? That question is being asked by more and more lawmakers across the country. Some experts say crib bumpers can suffocate babies if their heads get near the padded guards and they can't move away. But as 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan finds, some parents are still buying them, despite the risks.
Many big chain stores are helping cash-strapped customers by reviving an old-time payment policy, the layaway plan.
Moms feeling overwhelmed, never getting to the bottom of their to-do lists. Many have a disorder commonly diagnosed in children. 3 On Your Side Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl says they can end up being depressed too.
We all know clipping coupons and buying sale items can help us save money. But many of us don't have time to do the legwork it takes to find the best deal.
If you do the grocery shopping in your house, chances are you pay attention to expiration and sell-by dates. But those dates on the packaging don't always mean the same thing, and as 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan finds, you could be tossing good stuff away.
Amazon raised the stakes in the high tech wars today when it introduced a new tablet computer—giving Apple some serious competition.
In this tough economy you might not be willing to splurge on shopping trips or going out to dinner. But what if you had free gift certificates? 3-On Your Side's Jim Donovan shows you how you can get your hands on an entire pack of gift cards, simply by having a birthday.
America's love of fast food is taking a hit in this slow economy. A recent survey shows some customers are scaling back trips to fast food restaurants by as much as 20 percent. As a result 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan finds that many chains are offering eye popping deals to keep customers coming through the doors.
So do you enjoy renting movies? Well the video rental wars are heating up! As 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan tells us, Netflix has split, Blockbuster has made a new deal, and consumers are left wondering which service will give them the most bang for their buck.
Ride the rails, buy a cup of coffee, all with the wave of your hand. Tap and go technology has been around for several years now, but PATCO is now hoping to simplifying things. 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan is here to explain.
Unemployment is high, savings are low and you're struggling to make ends meet. But what if we told you that you could make some extra money doing things like sending texts, or listening to music?
When driving in a car, a child should certainly be considered precious cargo. But simply buying a car seat and strapping in your little one may not be enough to protect them.
It's part of the American dream: to buy a home and watch it increase in value. But that has changed dramatically in recent years.
Paper or email? That's the question more and more shoppers are being asked these days when it comes to receiving a receipt. But as 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan explains, when you opt for an electronic receipt instead of a paper one, you may get some other unexpected things too.
An emergency situation with your pet can arise quickly and unexpectedly. Obviously you need to act fast for the safety of your pet but that doesn't meant you should panic.
Daily deal sites can save you money, but with more than 600 of them competing for your eyeballs, they can also end up wasting a lot of your time.
