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	Is A 2nd Rebate Check Coming this Fall? John Matarese has the latest on the Stimulus Rebate Checks and what the chances are of seeing a second check this fall.
	Find College Scholarships A recent Harvard grad shares secrets for snagging thousands of dollars in scholarship money
	Billy Mays "Awesome Auger:" How awesome is it? John Matarese checks out Billy's Mays latest pitch -- the "Awesome Auger" -- and why some buyers are unhappy Video
	Worst Words to use in a Resume John Matarese lists some of the biggest resume cliches, that will land your resume in the trash can
	Back-to-School Shopping Secrets John Matarese shows some ways to save even more on your back-to-school shopping
	Defective Tire Valves blamed for Blowouts, Accidents An alarming new report claims 6 million tires on the road are at risk of blowing out and causing a serious, even fatal accident.
	New Online Coupons Can Slash Your Grocery Bill John Matarese reports on a new type of online coupon that can cut your weekly grocery bill dramatically. Video
	Can Baby Car Seat Alarms Prevent Disaster? John Matarese investigates an alarm that claims it can prevent a child from ever being left behind in a hot car...after the latest death of a child in Cincinnati
	Carpool to Cut your Commuting Costs John Matarese shows us how more commuters are turning to carpooling this year...but has some cautions before you sign up Video
	Cut Your Cooling Costs Avoid a $200 electric bill: John Matarese has tips to help cut your air conditioning bill during the upcoming hot spell
	Do Hybrids Really Save Money Over Gas Cars? John Matarese has a consumer investigation into whether a hybrid like the the Toyota Prius really saves money compared with compact gas powered vehicles or E85 Flex Fuel cars Video
	Fuel Saving Gadget that Works John Matarese finds one gas saving gadget that actually works as promised. But do you really need it? Video
	Teenager finds Secret Airline Fare Sales John Matarese interviews a "whiz kid" teen who has unlocked secret, hidden fare sales that many travel websites won't show Video
	Gas Saving Myths John Matarese looks at some of the top myths about ways to get better mileage....and sorts through those that work, those that don't, and those that are just plain silly
	GM Orange Antifreeze Lawsuit Settlement John Matarese has details on the settlement of a major Class Action Lawsuit involving Antifreeze in millions of GM cars and trucks
	Shrinking Products John Matarese shows some of the newest products to get smaller in the grocery aisle
	Cars that get 30 Miles Per Gallon Can't find a Prius....or simply don't want a hybrid? John Matarese lists some other cars that get more than 30 mpgs! Video
	Will your VCR still work after the Digital TV Switchover? John Matarese looks into whether you will still be able to record TV shows onto a VCR after February 2009
	Great eBay Deals through Misspellings John Matarese shares a secret for finding great deals on eBay...with very few competing bidders!
	Toyota Truck Rust Problems John Matarese looks into a rust problem with thousands of Toyota trucks, and what the automaker is doing about it Video

	"Monster" TV Cables vs Cheapie Brands John Matarese investigates if pricey Monster Cables will really give you a better picture on your TV
	Where are all the TV Converter Boxes? John Matarese looks into why so many stores say they have no DTV converter boxes Video
	Sarah Jessica Parker $9 Dresses John Matarese checks out the new $9 dress collection from Sarah Jessica Parker: is she kidding? Video
	DirectBuy: Great Savings or a Bum Deal? John Matarese looks into Direct Buys claims of huge savings on home furnishings... and what can happen if you decide you want to leave the buying club after you sign a contract
	Disney World Savings Secrets High gas prices and the economy have you postponing a trip to Disney? Then check out some of John Matarese's money saving secrets
	HDTV's that Can't be Repaired John Matarese warns about some inexpensive brands of High Def TV's that you may not be able to get repaired if they break...especially out of warranty Video
	How to Avoid Bedbugs in Hotels John Matarese has helpful information for every traveler planning a summer trip: how to make sure your hotel room doesn't have bedbugs Video
	Turn your Gold into Cash! John Matarese shares secrets for getting the most money out of your old, unused Gold jewelry...without getting ripped off
	Can "Appliance Money Meter" lower your Electric Bill? John Matarese tests out a device that shows you how much you pay to power appliances and lights in your home
	Is your Plastic Water Bottle or Baby Bottle Unsafe? John Matarese shows how to find out whether the plastic bottles you are using contain a controversial chemical that some say is dangerous
	Matthew Lesko ads for Free Government Grants John Matarese checks out Matthew Lesko's claims that his books and DVD's will help you find free Government money
	Premium fuel usage dropping With prices at the pump expected to top the $4 mark, many motorists are looking for ways to cut fuel costs and that means some people are saying no to premium.
	Taking care of your car = big savings April is National Car Care Month, the time of year to for you to focus on taking better care of your second largest investment. Performing simple and inexpensive vehicle maintenance does not only save gas money, perhaps as much as $1,200 per year, but it also improves a vehicle’s safety and dependability.
	"Cosmetics Cop" compares Cheap vs Expensive Facial Cream John Matarese sits down with the "Cosmetics Cop" Paula Begoun to check out anti-wrinkle creams and lotions that claim they are as good as Botox
	Concentrated Laundry Detergent Downsides John Matarese chesk out the new "2X" laundry detergent stores are selling, and finds a downside they are not telling us about!
	Why Debit Card use at Gas Stations can lead to Overdrafts John Matarese explains why using a Debit Card to pay for a fillup can lead to bounced checks if you are not careful
	Free Gas Cards: The "catch" they won't tell you about John Matarese explains the problem with all those "free gas cards" many car lots and other businesses are now throwing in if you make a purchase
	Lost Cell Phone = $1,200 Bill! How losing your cell phone can result in a huge bill...that your cell phone company will not forgive
	Diet Plans: Which are most expensive? John Matarese examines the cost of some popular diet plans
	Can you really get a "Free Laptop?" John Matarese investigates ads that claim you can easily qualify for a free laptop computer: what's the catch?
	DTV Converter Boxes Finally in Stores: We test one John Matarese has details on how to buy your Analog/Digital Converter Boxes...and how difficult it is to set up and use them
	DTV Converter Box Confusion John Matarese takes some of the confusion out of finding a Digital TV Converter Box...and the free $40 coupons to get one.
	Undercover Locksmith Investigation John Matarese looks at a local locksmith swindle that can hit when you're most vulnerable...when you've locked yourself out
	CFL Fluorescent Light Bulbs: Great "Green" idea or Health Hazard? John Matarese investigates whether the downsides outweigh the risks with these popular new light bulbs
	Cell Phones for Kids John Matarese tries out some new cell phones designed for kids as young as 8 years old....including some that now track their whereabouts
	Stop Junk Mail John Matarese has details on a new one-stop way to stop catalogs, credit card offers, mortgage offers, and other unwanted mail
	White Van Speaker Scam An old scam returns....selling junk stereo speakers at high prices
	"Lifetime Warranty" on Car Parts John Matarese explores why "lifetime" warranties on car parts can still cost you plenty in the long run
	Sell Unwanted Gift Cards for Cash John Matarese shows how you can sell Gift Cards you'll never use... instead of just tucking them away, and letting them expire
	Rescue Lost Digital Photos John Matarese shows how you may be able to rescue photos you or someone else accidentally deleted

Contact John Matarese

A veteran reporter and two-time Emmy Award winner, John Matarese is our Don't Waste Your Money consumer reporter. Each week he keeps viewers updated on the latest consumer information with Scam Alerts and Product Recalls. And when he finds a service taking advantage of us, he's not afraid to say "Doesn't that stink!" John's goal is to help viewers find good values and avoid bad deals, with his signature line: "Don't Waste Your Money."

    "I truly enjoy being able to advise people, and steer them away from the scams and bad deals that any of us can fall victim to. It's always a pleasure when a viewer says 'thanks' for helping them avoid a frustrating problem or find the best product."
    When not clipping coupons, John enjoys writing a newsletter, speaking to community groups, bike riding and skiing with his family, and attempting his own auto repair (often unsuccessfully) to save money. Among his most memorable activities was the four years he taught journalism to inner city high school students .
    Have a question? Click HERE TO CONTACT JOHN MATARESE

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