May 20, 2013

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Best Food Processors

Who doesn't need a way to save time today? Once dinnertime rolls around, many cooks count on their food processor to cut prep time.

Video Update: 700 Phone Calls A Day

Con men convinced an elderly Omaha man that he won millions but he had to send them money to win big. Once the scam artists had his phone number they won't stop calling until her answers.

Fast-To-Fix Tasty Meals

Feeling desperate for a quick and easy way to get a relatively healthy dinner on the table? Consumer Reports says look no further than your supermarket freezer! Its test kitchen found several delicious, healthy choices that will keep your family-and your pocketbook-happy!

Who Makes The Best Cars?

With the average price of a new car now close to $30,000, it pays to get a winner. Consumer Reports is just out with its annual report card on the 13 major automakers.

Spare Tires Get Shortchanged

When buying a new car, you usually don't spend much time thinking about the tires. And many of us don't spend much time thinking about them after we buy a car either.

Closer Look At Drug Coupons

Health insurance companies are charging higher and higher co-pays now top $90 a month. That makes coupons from drug manufacturers enticing, but Consumer Reports has some cautions.

Cashing In Old Electronics

Are you tripping over electronics you no longer use but can't seem to get rid of, like computers, printers, and cell phones?

Safe, Durable Cribs

It goes without saying you want the best for your baby, and that includes a safe, sturdy crib. Consumer Reports' rigorous tests of cribs are designed to help you choose one that's just that.

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Cleaning Dishes Without Rinsing

Old habits are hard to break, including rinsing your dishes before putting them in the dishwasher. But Consumer Reports says give yourself-and the environment-a break and stop rinsing those dishes.

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Quick Photo Scanners

If you've got boxes of old photos lying around, there are now easy-to-use photo scanner to help you get organized. They'll digitize your old photos in seconds.

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Water-Saving Toilets

You've probably never given it much thought-but you'll flush a toilet more than 140,000 times in your lifetime. Flushing is a big concern to Consumer Reports' testers.

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Bullet-Proofing Your Tax Return

It's tax time again. The last thing you want to worry about is an audit. If you earn less than $200,000 a year, your likelihood of being audited is about one in 100.

Pet Insurance Sales Skyrocket

Pet owners are spending more on pet insurance-which can help owners budget for unexpected emergencies and routine care.

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The Inside Story On Paint

A can of paint is one of the cheapest ways to give a room a brand new look. But before you head to the store, see what Consumer Reports found in its latest tests of almost 60 interior paints.

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Top Picks 2012 Cars

Each year, Consumer Reports names Top Pick vehicles-cars that out do all the others in their class. This year, one carmaker is a real standout.

FHA Rate Increase

Fees are going up for mortgage loans backed by the Federal Housing Administration.

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