John Matarese

@JohnMatarese

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · Jul 1

Stores may secretly be charging you more than other shoppers for the exact same items. Here’s why and how to stop it: wcpo.com/money/consumer… @WCPO @DaveHatter #shopping #Consumer @ConsumerWatchBW #Cincinnati

JohnMatarese's tweet card. A new report from the FTC says a growing number of online retailers are showing different customers different prices, based on where you live and your interests. How you can fight back.

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · Jun 24

Appliances tariffs are hitting this week… raising prices in dozens of brands. Here is how you can avoid them: wcpo.com/money/consumer… @WCPO #tariffs #Cincinnati #appliances #consumer

JohnMatarese's tweet card. Prices in imported household appliances are rising 10% or more right now, as 50% tariffs on their foreign steel take effect, but there are ways to avoid the price hikes.

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · Jun 20

Warning: Fake retailers are popping up in social media ads everywhere…offering discount fashion that never arrives: wcpo.com/money/consumer… @WCPO @wxyzdetroit @WEWS @DenverChannel @KSHB41 @wrtv @fox13 @WKBW @WMAR2News @WPTV @abcactionnews @intrustIT #scam #consumer

JohnMatarese's tweet card. If you are looking for deals and trying to beat tariff-related price hikes, beware of fake discount retail sites that are popping up all over social media.

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · Jun 19

New report finds airfares dropping for late summer and fall travel. Here are routes where prices are down the most: wcpo.com/money/consumer… @WCPO #airfare #consumer #Cincinnati

JohnMatarese's tweet card. A change in travel habits, an uncertain economy, and the threat of war in the Mideast mean some of the biggest bargains in several years

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · 19 h

Micro weddings are the hottest money saving wedding trend: here’s why so many brides and grooms are slimming down: wcpo.com/money/consumer… @WCPO @wxyzdetroit @Zola @theWeddingRp @WEWS @abcactionnews @WPTV @DenverChannel @KSHB41 @fox13 #wedding

JohnMatarese's tweet card. Micro weddings help couples save thousands of dollars while focusing on what matters most. We speak with one bride who says why she and her fiance downsized, and what they are investing in instead.

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · Jul 23

If your vehicle is damaged or stolen at a repair shop…who is responsible? Truck owner gets some startling news after a service appointment: wcpo.com/money/consumer… @WCPO @wxyzdetroit @WEWS @abcactionnews @WPTV @DenverChannel @KSHB41 @WKBW @WMAR2News @fox13 @dankaron #Cincinnati

JohnMatarese's tweet card. When you leave your vehicle at a dealership or repair shop, you assume you will get it back in good condition. But when one man's prized vintage pickup was stolen, no one took responsibility.

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · Jul 21

Some major stores are shortening their return windows to just 3 DAYS for major appliances and furniture. How to protect yourself when making a big purchase: wcpo.com/money/consumer… @WCPO @Krazycoupon @WEWS @wxyzdetroit @WMAR2News @WKBW @DenverChannel @fox13 @KSHB41 #consumer

JohnMatarese's tweet card. When you order furniture or appliances, you might assume you have several weeks to return it it for a problem. But some stores are refusing to take back big items after 3 days.

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · Jul 18

Which water bottle keeps drinks coldest the longest? We put them to the test and had a surprising result: wcpo.com/money/consumer… @WCPO #consumer #Cincinnati #heatwave

JohnMatarese's tweet card. Are expensive water bottles worth the investment? Our 24-hour temperature test of five popular brands reveals which delivers the best value for your money.

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · Jul 16

Home warranties promise peace of mind…. But one woman says hers was a big waste of money. Here’s why: wcpo.com/money/consumer… @WCPO @CheckbookOrg @WPTV @abcactionnews @wxyzdetroit @WEWS @WKBW @DenverChannel @KSHB41 @wrtv @fox13 #consumer #Cincinnati

JohnMatarese's tweet card. Many people buy home warranties to protect themselves from expensive repairs. But when one woman needed hers most, she found the fine print left her without coverage.

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · Jul 14

Thinking of donating to the Texas flood victims? Know the warning signs of a fraudulent charity that may steal your money: wcpo.com/money/consumer… @WCPO @BBBUpstateNY @WPTV @abcactionnews @wxyzdetroit @WEWS @wrtv @KSHB41 @DenverChannel @WKBW @WMAR2News #TexasFloods #scam

JohnMatarese's tweet card. Many of us would like to help the victims of the Texas floods. But the Better Business Bureau is warning about some questionable charities that may solicit donations. Here's how to find a good one.

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · Jul 11

Used car prices are up 6 percent this year….. to another all time high. How you can still find a good used car for under 20 grand: wcpo.com/money/consumer… @WCPO @iseecars @abcactionnews @wxyzdetroit @WEWS @DenverChannel @wrtv @KSHB41 @fox13 @WKBW #consumer #Cincinnati #cars

JohnMatarese's tweet card. Finding a good, low mileage used car is getting tougher and tougher, and a cheap used car can turn into a nightmare of repair bills. How you can still find a good used vehicle.

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · Jul 10

McDonald’s Snack Wrap is back today! But there are two things different about this new version of the beloved menu item: wcpo.com/money/consumer… @WCPO @McDonalds #McDonalds #SnackWrap #consumer #Cincinnati

JohnMatarese's tweet card. McDonald's has finally responded to a multi-year social media campaign, and thousands of emails asking for the return of Snack Wraps. So it is back....but with a few differences.

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · Jul 8

As you shop Amazon Prime Day this week.. here are 3 scams that may target you: wcpo.com/money/consumer… @WCPO #prime #PrimeDayDeals

JohnMatarese's tweet card. As millions snatch up discount goods during Prime Day and competing sales, scammers are ready to spoil your savings with theft, fraud or phishing messages. Here's what you need to watch out for.

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · Jul 7

Amazon Prime Day and Walmart Deals week start tomorrow: which one to shop and how to find the best deals: wcpo.com/money/consumer… @WCPO @WPTV @abcactionnews @wxyzdetroit @WEWS @DenverChannel @wrtv @KSHB41 @WKBW @WMAR2News @ConsumerReports

JohnMatarese's tweet card. What started as a simple one-day summer sale at Amazon has morphed into a week of deals at major retailers. Here is what to look for to find the best savings.

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · Jul 3

Amazon offering $1 off per gallon of gas this weekend to Prime members… how to claim your discount. wcpo.com/amazon-prime-g… @WCPO #Prime #Amazon #gas #FourthOfJuly #4thofJuly

JohnMatarese's tweet card. To celebrate the 4th of July and kick off Prime Day next week, Amazon Prime members can get $1 off per gas gallon at BP and Amoco stations, with just one small catch.

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · Jul 2

Beef prices are near their all time highs. Here’s how to have a great 4th of July cookout without breaking the bank: wcpo.com/money/consumer… @WCPO @cheapism @WPTV @abcactionnews @wxyzdetroit @WEWS @KSHB41 @DenverChannel @fox13 @wrtv @WKBW @WMAR2News #consumer #FourthOfJuly

JohnMatarese's tweet card. The price of beef — especially steak — has risen sharply over the past few years, and even hamburger meat can be expensive. We visited a grocery store to see how to keep those costs down.

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · Jun 30

How to avoid appliance tariffs… with prices already heading up on refrigerators, washers, dishwashers, and more: wcpo.com/how-to-avoid-a… @WCPO @WPTV @abcactionnews @WMAR2News @WEWS @wxyzdetroit @DenverChannel @fox13 @wrtv @KSHB41 @WKBW @RetailMeNot #tariff #appliances #consumer

JohnMatarese's tweet card. Tariffs on imported appliances kicked in on June 23. But there are still ways to avoid them, if you need a new refrigerator, washer, dryer or dishwasher this year.

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · Jun 27

What to buy in July to beat tariff price hikes…. From Prime Day deals to 4th of July and Back to School sales: wcpo.com/money/consumer… @WCPO @wxyzdetroit @WEWS @DenverChannel @KSHB41 @WPTV @abcactionnews @WMAR2News @WKBW @fox13 @wrtv @ConsumerReports #Cincinnati #consumer

JohnMatarese's tweet card. July is a great month for deals, starting with 4th of July sales on outdoor furniture, then Amazon Prime Days and finally back-to-school sales.

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · Jun 23

How to save on dining out… as restaurant prices continue rising: wcpo.com/money/consumer… @WCPO @wxyzdetroit @WEWS @DenverChannel @wrtv @fox13 @KSHB41 @WMAR2News @WKBW @NerdWallet #cincinnati #consumer

JohnMatarese's tweet card. From shared entrees, to weekly specials and more affordable menu items: here's how diners are keeping their dining bills down these days.

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese · Jun 18

Not sure if you should pay extra for travel insurance? See what happened to this woman when her flight was canceled: wcpo.com/money/consumer… @WCPO @WPTV @wxyzdetroit @WMAR2News @WEWS @KSHB41 @DenverChannel @WKBW @fox13 #travel #consumer #cruise

JohnMatarese's tweet card. Travel insurance can be pricey, but the cost of not having it could be much higher if the unexpected happens.

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