Montco woman's travel insurance dispute highlights importance of reading fine print
Patrice Stewart says a travel insurance claim turned into a monthslong battle after a serious back injury forced her to cancel a planned trip to Florida.
Fed rate hike creates opportunity for savers to earn more on their money
While an interest rate hike means higher borrowing costs for consumers with high credit card balances, there's a silver lining for savers.
A 5-minute phone call could help lower your monthly bills
From cable and cellphone service to streaming subscriptions and even some utility bills, a simple phone call could result in lower monthly costs.
Unexpected deliveries led South Philly neighbors to uncover attempted fraud scheme
A South Philadelphia homeowner says a series of unexpected package deliveries turned out to be something far more concerning than a shipping mistake.
Why overdraft "protection" might be costing you
Consumers paid more than $12 billion in overdraft and insufficient funds fees in 2025. Experts share tips to avoid the charges.
When to repair vs. replace: should you buy a new appliance on Labor Day?
Consumer advocates say shoppers should think twice before replacing a broken appliance with a Labor Day sale purchase.
N.J. woman spent nearly $1K on Bruno Mars tickets from reseller. Then Ticketmaster canceled them.
A South Jersey woman who spent nearly $1,000 on Bruno Mars tickets says she finally got her money back after contacting CBS News Philadelphia for help.
Why your 401(k) should come before your kids' college fund
Parents are facing a difficult question about whether to prioritize saving for retirement or their child's college tuition.
Fake MyChart messages target patients across Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania officials are warning people about fake MyChart messages from scammers.
Back-to-school shoppers find savings in secondhand stores
More consumers are turning to thrift stores, resale platforms and hand-me-downs to stretch their dollars while reducing waste.
Are you moneymaxxing? What one expert says this trend is missing
A wealth expert tells us the "moneymaxxing" trend comes at a time when many families feel squeezed by the rising cost of everyday necessities.
Parents urged to freeze children's credit amid rise in data breaches
As kids head back to school, experts are warning parents not to overlook a growing threat: child identity theft.
How to make a will and the 3 documents every adult needs
Only about 24% of adults report having a will, according to one survey. Here's why, and the three documents everyone needs.
Which AI agent gives the best tips for back-to-school shopping?
A recent survey found a majority of parents plan to use AI somewhere in their back-to-school shopping journey.
Car insurance rates are rising again. Here's how drivers can save.
After a brief period of relief in 2025, car insurance costs are climbing again across much of the country.