Consumer

Which toothpastes and toothbrushes are best for kids? News4’s Susan Hogan spoke with Consumer Reports.

News4’s Susan Hogan explains what to know about negotiating down your medical debt, what to do if it goes to collections agencies and more.

Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shares some tips for getting the best performance and value from gas.

Text messages claim to be coming from the United States Postal Service, saying they are unable to deliver a package … unless you confirm your address at a link in the message.

Text messages claim to be coming from the United States Postal Service, saying they are unable to deliver a package … unless you confirm your address at a link in the message. News4’s Susan Hogan reports.

Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shares some tips for making money from old, unwanted clothing.

More and more retailers have started sustainability initiatives designed to recycle old clothes, and many offer some extra money to participants in the form of discounts, store credits or cash back.

Back-to-school shopping is in full swing, but Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan explains it might be worth waiting until Labor Day or October for some deals.

For college students and their parents, it’s important to pay close attention to special promotions this time of year. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shares ways to save money on back-to-school shopping.  

News4’s Susan Hogan has tips for saving money on your supplies.

Millions of Americans’ Social Security Numbers might be compromised. News4’s Susan Hogan explains what steps you can take to protect yourself financially.

While fewer checks are being written these days, check fraud continues to be widespread, and it’s surging. Many victims might not even know it’s happened to them.

News4’s Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan reports on how stolen checks are sold to the highest bidder on sites including YouTube and Telegram, sometimes with matching IDs and debit cards. Here’s how to avoid falling victim. 

If you’re shopping for tech gadgets, dorm supplies or a grill, you may be able to find a good deal in August. News4’s Susan Hogan shares the best deals this month, rated by Consumer Reports.

A survey by Consumer Reports asked about car rental companies. News4’s Susan Hogan explains which came out on top, which got low ratings and whether it’s safe to connect to a rental car’s Bluetooth.

When taking a summer road trip, it’s important to make sure the car is ready for the road. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan has some tips for smart travel.

As temperatures spike across the DMV, so does the risk of heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke. While there are many factors that can increase one’s likelihood of developing a heat-related illness — including age or medical history — some prescription and over-the-counter medications can also heighten the risk. These medications tend to have side effects that interfere…

Susan’s been working as a consumer reporter for years, and that means people stop and ask her questions a lot. We’re getting you even more answers.

Some healthcare providers now use artificial intelligence to predict whether a claim will be denied. News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan has the story. 

Prime Day, Independence Day and back-to-school sales collide in July. News4’s Susan Hogan shares tips from Consumer Reports.