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FILE - A Home Depot logo sign hands on its facade, Friday, May 14, 2021, in North Miami, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File)
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Homeowners spend on renovations and repairs despite the uncertain economy and higher prices

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How to save money on your next phone bill

Read full article: How to save money on your next phone bill
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‘It’s like free money’: Jacksonville program helps renters become homeowners

Read full article: ‘It’s like free money’: Jacksonville program helps renters become homeowners
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Social Media Sabotage: Is your online presence killing your career?

Read full article: Social Media Sabotage: Is your online presence killing your career?

From pets to politics, it seems everyone is sharing everything online, but could your videos be costing you a job?

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Cracking the Code: How to beat applicant tracking system resume screening bots

Read full article: Cracking the Code: How to beat applicant tracking system resume screening bots

According to recent studies, 99% of all Fortune 500 companies use ATS platforms on a regular basis, and they filter out three out of four applicants before a recruiter even sees them.

New tariffs on imported goods could drive up prices on staples like produce, coffee, seafood and more, Walmart and experts warn

Walmart warns of higher grocery prices as new tariffs take effect

Read full article: Walmart warns of higher grocery prices as new tariffs take effect

Walmart is warning that new tariffs on imported goods may lead to higher grocery prices, with essentials like produce, coffee, and seafood at risk. Economists say shoppers could see increases in the coming weeks as trade policies impact the cost of everyday items.

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Consumer Reports investigation with 2 news outlets finds errors in Kroger sales tags

Read full article: Consumer Reports investigation with 2 news outlets finds errors in Kroger sales tags

An in-depth investigation by Consumer Reports and two news organizations found that customers were often charged higher prices at checkout than what was listed on store shelves.

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How to deal with a denied insurance claim

Read full article: How to deal with a denied insurance claim

Denial doesn’t mean you should immediately pay out of pocket or skip the care you need. Consumer Reports says it’s easier to appeal a denial than you might think.

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Mother’s Day & Memorial Day: Here’s what to buy in May

Read full article: Mother’s Day & Memorial Day: Here’s what to buy in May

Consumer Reports rounded up the best bargains on some of their top-rated products, so you can make your money go further this month.

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Feeling uncertain in our economy? Here’s how to save for an emergency

Read full article: Feeling uncertain in our economy? Here’s how to save for an emergency

Consumer Reports says building an emergency financial safety net might be easier—and more important—than you think.

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Consumer Reports releases its report on the best sunscreens of 2025

Read full article: Consumer Reports releases its report on the best sunscreens of 2025

Consumer Reports just released its exclusive annual sunscreen ratings, putting more than 100 products to the test, and revealing surprising gaps in how they protect you from the sun’s cancer-causing rays.

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Why you actually shouldn’t flush ‘flushable’ wipes

Read full article: Why you actually shouldn’t flush ‘flushable’ wipes

Consumer Reports shows us what’s really going down the drain—and how to avoid a costly mess at home.

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Sun, sand and scams: How to spot the red flags of fake vacation schemes

Read full article: Sun, sand and scams: How to spot the red flags of fake vacation schemes

More than a third of Americans are planning to take a vacation. As the prices of hotels and flights surge during this time, scammers are hoping to take advantage of travelers’ desperation for a cheap deal.

FILE - A housing development in Cranberry Township, Pa., is shown on March 29, 2024. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)

Homeownership further out of reach as rising prices, high mortgage rates widen affordability gap

Read full article: Homeownership further out of reach as rising prices, high mortgage rates widen affordability gap

Homeownership is receding further out of reach for most Americans as elevated mortgage rates and rising prices stretch the limits of what buyers can afford.

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Do you really need that extra ChapStick? Here are tips to reduce and tame workplace clutter

Read full article: Do you really need that extra ChapStick? Here are tips to reduce and tame workplace clutter

It's easy to accumulate clutter at work.

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Popping your brain back into focus: How to break the screen to screen cycle

Read full article: Popping your brain back into focus: How to break the screen to screen cycle

The average American spends 7 hours and 4 minutes looking at a screen each day, but do you often go from screen to screen, scrolling through one and immediately switching to another?

FILE - This Oct. 24, 2016 file photo shows dollar bills in New York. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan, File)

How to save for short-term goals while keeping long-term ones in mind

Read full article: How to save for short-term goals while keeping long-term ones in mind

You shouldn’t have to cross your fingers and hope for a strong stock market to coincide with your short-term goals.

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Consumer Reports breaks down the do’s & don’ts of dish soap

Read full article: Consumer Reports breaks down the do’s & don’ts of dish soap

Consumer Reports reveals how the soapy superhero is the secret weapon hiding in plain sight.

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Consumer Reports tests vacuums to simplify spring cleaning and tackle embedded dirt

Read full article: Consumer Reports tests vacuums to simplify spring cleaning and tackle embedded dirt

After a long winter of mud and grime, your carpets and floors might look worse, and that’s where Consumer Reports comes in. Its experts lab test dozens of vacuums to help you find the perfect one to make spring cleaning a breeze.

This photo provided by Polestar shows the 2022 Polestar 2, an electric hatchback sedan that's a good bargain used. (Courtesy of Polestar via AP)

Edmunds: Five used luxury EVs you can get for cheap

Read full article: Edmunds: Five used luxury EVs you can get for cheap

Luxury EVs are high-tech, lavish and powerful.

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Game On! Play your way to financial freedom

Read full article: Game On! Play your way to financial freedom

This year, 40% of U.S adults say they are prioritizing their savings. But it can be hard and exhausting. One way to help you save money? Game-ify it!

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Embrace the grind: It’s time to clean your coffee maker

Read full article: Embrace the grind: It’s time to clean your coffee maker

Consumer Reports says it’s a good idea to give your machine a deep clean every three to six months.

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Cleaning fan or foe? Consumer Reports shares favorite spring cleaning products

Read full article: Cleaning fan or foe? Consumer Reports shares favorite spring cleaning products

Over the last year, Consumer Reports’ experts put dozens of cleaning products to the test in real-life situations, looking to find effective and versatile products that are also gentle on surfaces and that don’t contain irritating or harsh ingredients!

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New insurance company enters Florida market ahead of hurricane season

Read full article: New insurance company enters Florida market ahead of hurricane season

A new insurance company is joining the Florida market just months before the start of hurricane season, marking the 12th company to enter the insurance landscape since lawmakers passed state laws aimed at reforming the industry.

Wild Adventures Theme Park Lifeguard

Wild Adventures Theme Park hiring 300 team members for summer season

Read full article: Wild Adventures Theme Park hiring 300 team members for summer season

Wild Adventures Theme Park is hiring 300 new team members for the summer season.

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Don’t get scammed! How to spot fake job ads

Read full article: Don’t get scammed! How to spot fake job ads

A recent report found that more than 28% of Americans are searching for new jobs, and 70% of people who are currently employed are considering a new job in 2025.

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Deepfakes are on the rise. Here’s how to avoid falling for the scam

Read full article: Deepfakes are on the rise. Here’s how to avoid falling for the scam

Scammers can now use powerful AI voice-cloning apps to steal voices or mimic someone you trust to pull off convincing scams.

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Consumer Reports breaks down the best and worst phone plan providers

Read full article: Consumer Reports breaks down the best and worst phone plan providers

Thinking of making the leap to another cellphone carrier? To help you out, Consumer Reports combed through survey data to come up with a list of the best (and worst) phone plan providers.

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Document declutter: Should you file it or toss it?

Read full article: Document declutter: Should you file it or toss it?

Ready for some spring cleaning? Is it time to donate unused clothes, toss some trash, and ditch broken appliances? But what about all those old documents you’ve been holding on to?

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Pet product scams to avoid and what you can buy instead

Read full article: Pet product scams to avoid and what you can buy instead

Consumer Reports has advice on making sure you’re buying the real product, not the copycat.

News4Jax anchor Jennifer Waugh tests out 3 techniques

Egg-citing decorating ideas for Easter that won’t break the bank

Read full article: Egg-citing decorating ideas for Easter that won’t break the bank

News4JAX anchor Jennifer Waugh picked three ideas for Easter egg decorating to see if they are as easy as they seem, without causing a big mess and without costing too much money.  

Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

TELL US: Do you know a local AAPI-owned business that deserves recognition?

Read full article: TELL US: Do you know a local AAPI-owned business that deserves recognition?

During the month of May, we want to highlight those in the AAPI community locally who own businesses!

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Spring into savings with these deals in April

Read full article: Spring into savings with these deals in April

Consumer Reports did the digging, uncovering the best deals to spruce up your space without breaking the bank.

Golf cart communities in county have seen risky fires from charging

St. Johns County Fire Rescue highlights 4 common mistakes golf cart owners make when charging batteries

Read full article: St. Johns County Fire Rescue highlights 4 common mistakes golf cart owners make when charging batteries

Chris Naff, a public information officer with the St. Johns County Fire Rescue Department, highlighted four common mistakes that golf cart owners make when charging their batteries.

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Potholes vs. your tires: What can you do?

Read full article: Potholes vs. your tires: What can you do?

Potholes can be a lot more than just a jarring, bumpy annoyance! They can wreak havoc on your car and drain your wallet. Consumer Reports breaks down the impact and provides tips to protect your wallet.

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Experts warn of rising prices for new, used cars & car repairs due to Trump’s 25% auto tariffs

Read full article: Experts warn of rising prices for new, used cars & car repairs due to Trump’s 25% auto tariffs

You likely heard about the 25% auto tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. If you’re in the market for a new car, used car, or need to get your car repaired, perhaps you wonder, “How much more is this going to cost me?”

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Lucky enough to be getting a tax refund? Here’s how to make the most of it

Read full article: Lucky enough to be getting a tax refund? Here’s how to make the most of it

From paying off debt to investing in your home, the choices are endless, but which gives you the biggest bang for your buck? Consumer Reports breaks down the best ways to make every dollar count.

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Florida lawmakers seek to roll back child labor laws, allowing teens as young as 14 to work overnight shifts

Read full article: Florida lawmakers seek to roll back child labor laws, allowing teens as young as 14 to work overnight shifts

Lawmakers in Tallahassee are working to roll back major aspects of Florida’s child labor laws.

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Human hacking: When cyber criminals target you

Read full article: Human hacking: When cyber criminals target you

When you get anti-hacking advice, you’ve probably heard “Don’t use a simple password,” or “Don’t plug in that USB you found on the ground.” But there’s one form of hacking that doesn’t always require a computer, and it costs businesses about $4.88 million a year.

Florida Senate Committee considers bill to require ‘human reviews’ of decisions to deny claims

Should AI be allowed to deny your insurance claim? Fleming Island senator says no

Read full article: Should AI be allowed to deny your insurance claim? Fleming Island senator says no

A Florida Senate Committee is considering a bill filed by a local lawmaker that would keep insurance companies from relying on artificial intelligence to deny claims.

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Is any processed food healthy?

Read full article: Is any processed food healthy?

As Consumer Reports says, finding easy, healthier options to put a meal on the table in minutes isn’t as complicated as it seems.

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Refrigerator Rules: What turns toxic and what won’t?

Read full article: Refrigerator Rules: What turns toxic and what won’t?

You put groceries in the fridge to prevent them from going bad, but some surprising foods can actually go bad when refrigerated. They can even poison you if eaten!

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Tackling your taxes: What if I owe Uncle Sam?

Read full article: Tackling your taxes: What if I owe Uncle Sam?

If you recently filed your taxes and discovered you owe Uncle Sam, maybe even a few thousand dollars, take a breath because you have options.

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