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	Find Zhu Zhu Pets and Other Hot 2009 Toys John Matarese has tips for finding the hardest to find toys of the 2009 Holiday season
	Do Outlets Really Save Money? John Matarese has a consumer investigation into whether outlet stores really offer savings these days compared with malls and discount stores Video
	Buy Unwanted Police Property...Cheap John Matarese shows how you can now buy $25 iPods, $20 bicycles, $200 laptops, and many other unwanted items of Police Property.... right from the comfort of your home! Video
	Police: Lying Locksmith Using Local Homeowner Addresses John Matarese has an investigation into an out of town locksmith using local homeowners' addresses in the new Yellow Pages...could your home be listed as a locksmith too? Video
	Is Verizon's New Droid an iPhone Killer? John Matarese checks out Verizon's new Droid phone, which claims to offer all the iPhone's features, plus more. Is it really that good? Video
	Make Money Posting Ads on Google? John Matarese checks out popular programs that claim you can make hundreds of dollars a month posting ads on Google in your spare time Video
	iPhone Broken Glass Expensive to Repair John Matarese warns why dropping your Apple iPhone --and cracking the glass -- could cost you almost as much as buying a brand new phone! Video
	Worst Sneaky, Hidden Fees John Matarese reports on some of the most annoying hidden fees businesses from cell phones to airlines are hitting us with these days
	Loud TV Commercials Could Soon be Illegal John Matarese has details on a new Bill in Congress that could be music to the ears of many TV viewers
	Windex All-in-One: Does it Really Work? John tries out the new Windex Outdoor All-in-One window cleaner, that promises a great shine without rubbing...does it really work as promised? Video
	Oprah Sues Acai Berry, Green Tea Promoters Are Oprah and Rachael Ray really endorsing some brands of Acai Berry pills and Green Tea....or is it just a trick to get your money? Video
	Radio Ad offers $2,000 in Free Groceries John Matarese investigates an ad running on many radio stations, claiming you can get $1,000 to $2,000 in free grocery coupons for taking part in a study. What do you really get? Video
	Beware These Dollar Store Duds John Matarese reports on some things you may want to avoid at your local Dollar Store, amd some dangerous products some stores may still be selling Video
	Frozen Vegetables Shrinking in Size John Matarese has details of the latest supermarket product to give you less for your money: frozen bags and boxes of vegetables! Video
	Best & Worst Credit Cards John Matarese has details on the favorite and least favorite credit cards, according to a new JD Power report
	Publishers Clearing House: Pay Bill or Get Collection Letter John Matarese reports on what can happen if you ignore a bill from Publishers Clearing House. Hint: it won't be the Prize Patrol that shows up at your door Video
	Dell Settles over "Fix Your Own Computer" Charges Dell computer agrees to change its Extended Warranty, that often required customers to repair their own computers
	Crock Pot Handle Safety Concerns John Matarese investigates what could be a potentially dangerous problem with a popular slow cooker: the Rival Crock Pot Video
	More Companies Charging to Receive Paper Bills John Matarese has details on a new trend: companies forcing you to pay to receive a paper bill in the mail...whassup with that? Video
	Warning: New Bogus Coupons Circulating John Matarese warns about some of the latest fraudulent coupons that may trip you up if you try to use them

	Can you Make Money through Google? John Matarese checks out all those blogs and ads claiming you can make a bunch of money posting ad links on Google Video
	Trans Siberian Orchestra Secret John Matarese divulges a little secret about this super popular group that tours every holiday season: what you should know BEFORE you buy tickets Video
	Unrepairable TV's and DVD Players John Matarese shows a big downside with some of today's popular HDTV's and DVD players: if they break, you can't fix them! Video
	Video Game Console Failure Rates John Matarese has the results of a new survey finding which game consoles break down the most...and which are the most reliable
	Recalls: Refrigerators, Ranges, Window Shades, Water Bottles John Matarese has details on three major recalls... and a popular water bottle that you can trade for a new one due to concerns about how it was made Video
	Passport Card Warning John Matarese has a warning about the latest new Government program: Passport Cards that are supposed to be less expensive and more convenient...but come with a big catch Video
	Cash for Clunkers To Shut Down on Monday John Matarese has the latest on the troubled Cash for Clunkers program, and why the Government is pulling the plug in just a few more days Video
	Teeth Whitener Warning John Matarese warns about a popular teeth whitener advertised all over the internet, that may leave your wallet a lot lighter than you expected Video
	Prepaid Cell Phones: The Good, Bad, and Ugly John Matarese looks at the pros and cons of prepaid cell phones...and warns of some "gotchas" with some plans
	School Supply Price Comparison John Matarese looks into which stores have the best selection and lowest prices of back to school supplies
	Iraqi Dinar Currency as an Investment John Matarese looks into the hottest new investment pitch: Iraqi currency Video
	Back to School Photo Price Alert John Matarese has a warning about the high price of some school photo packages
	6 Things Not To Charge On A Credit Card John Matarese shows some things you should never say 'charge it' for ....or your card company could decide you are a high risk!
	Radio Ads for Never Pay it Back: Is it real? John Matarese checks out radio ads promising free money that you never have to pay back, at Neverpayitback.com
	Prescription Price Comparison Surprise John Matarese compares prices and find that even some cheaper generic medications can vary widely in price from pharmacy to pharmacy Video
	What To Say, What Not To Say To A Telemarketer John Matarese looks into how far you can go with an annoying telemarketer, after the arrest of an Ohio man for threatening a car warranty caller. Video
	Perfect Flame BBQ Grills: Fire Hazard? John Matarese looks into safety concerns with a popular backyard BBQ grill sold at Lowe's Video
	Apartment and House Rental Scam John Matarese warns of a slick new scam involving Craigs List, that is targeting potential apartment and home renters
	Michael Jackson Albums: What are they Worth? John Matarese checks into the value of Michael Jackson LP's and CD's, and asks whether they will continue to rise in value...or fall after this Video
	Work-At-Home Jobs That Really Work! John Matarese shows which companies are offering legitimate home based jobs... and the warning signs a job may be a scam. Video
	Cash For Clunkers: When will we get Details? John Matarese has the latest on which cars qualify, which don't, for the new Cash for Clunkers program...and why details are still sketchy Video
	Set Limits on Teen Texting John Matarese has solutions for weary parents, worried about how many text messages their teenagers are sending
	Flip Ultra HD vs Kodak HD Camera John Matarese tests out the newest HD pocket cameras to find out if either is worth buying Video
	Facebook E-Mail Scam Targets Members John Matarese has details on a new facebook "phishing" scam that could be hitting millions of facebook members
	Facebook IQ Test Warning John Matarese warns about an IQ Test making the rounds on Facebook....that will hit you in your wallet and make you look really...dumb
	Circuit City is Back...But is it Safe to Shop There? John Matarese checks out the new Circuit City.com... and finds some differences between it and the electronics store that closed earlier this year
	2nd Stimulus Coming: How Much You'll Receive John Matarese has the latest on the 2009 Stimulus, which should now start showing up in your paycheck...or your mailbox!
	Find Affordable Health Insurance John Matarese has details on finding affordable health insurance after a job layoff or cutback in benefits at your employer
	Legitimate Mystery Shopping Jobs John Matarese reports on how to avoid the scams and find real, local Mystery Shopping jobs...that will pay you to shop! Video
	10 Things To Buy Now... Before The Recovery John Matarese shows 10 consumer items that are selling at super low prices right now...but won't remain at these great prices forever. Video

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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