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Angie's List: Patio vs. deck
How to decide between a deck or a patio in this Angie’s List report.
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Angie's List: Kids and braces
If you suspect your child may need braces, prepare for spending thousands of dollars. In this Angie’s List report, how to plan for the cost of braces.
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Angie's List: Home generators
You never know when the power might go out, especially during severe weather. Waiting for it to come back on can be a guessing game, too. In this Angie’s List report, what you need to know about home generators.
Don't Waste Your Money
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Justin Bieber's debit card: Worthwhile?
John Matarese checks out Justin Bieber's new card and other prepaid debit cards.
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Smart Meter makes touch lamps go crazy
John Matarese reports on an unusual side effect of smart meters affecting some homes.
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$20 a month smartphone: Can it be real?
John Matarese checks out the newest $20 a month unlimited smartphone plans.
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What to buy and not buy in June
John Matarese reports on some great sales, and not-so-great sales, this month
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JC Penney teapot looks like Hitler
John Matarese reports on why the retailer is in hot water over a teapot
- Market Summary
Troubleshooter
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CLE Habitat gives home renovation grants
Thirteen homeowners on Colfax Road in Cleveland have been issued home renovation grants as part of a comprehensive plan to improve the neighborhood.
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Condo owner costs woman water service
Donna Kaminiski paid all her bills on time, but went without water service for a week because the owner of the other condos didn't pay the bill.
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Lakewood seniors face eviction
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BBB warns about door-to-door roofers
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Talking solves local neighborhood feuds
Business Headlines
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Former Pilot sales manager pleads guilty
A third Pilot employee has pleaded guilty to a federal fraud charge.
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Which restaurant treats customers best?
Successful restaurants worry about the hearts and minds of their customers – along with their stomachs.
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Exec signs document for Flying J plane
An executive with the European private equity firm that holds a stake in Pilot Flying J signed a registration application for an airplane that has drawn the scrutiny of federal agents.
Personal Finance
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Some taxpayers cheated on refunds
An exclusive 5 On Your Side investigation reveals scores of fraudulent tax preparers have been shut down on charges they cheated taxpayers by charging excessive fees and filing returns without permission.
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Refunds delayed due to IRS form issue
As many as 3 million taxpayers have been hit with a delay in their tax refunds this year.
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IRS refund fraud is a growing problem
Don't Waste Your Money
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Justin Bieber's debit card: Worthwhile?
John Matarese checks out Justin Bieber's new card and other prepaid debit cards.
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Smart Meter makes touch lamps go crazy
John Matarese reports on an unusual side effect of smart meters affecting some homes.
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$20 a month smartphone: Can it be real?
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What to buy and not buy in June
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JC Penney teapot looks like Hitler
