What's New for Consumers

Retailers are rolling out deals for early bird holiday shoppers

A recent survey revealed that consumers planned to start their holiday shopping as early as possible to offset the effects of inflation. Walmart is among those with a big October sale.

You could lose your home to this vicious scam

As homeowners become more stressed, a Great Recession scam has resurfaced. Falling victim to it is extremely costly, so homeowners must remain vigilant.

➤ What's faster—fast-food drive-thrus, or going inside? A study showed that fast-food joints are getting food out much faster today than during the height of the pandemic.

➤ Veterinarians caution about OTC flea and tick products. Some over-the-counter products can produce severe reactions in pets. Here's what to know.

Oct. 10 Update: Buyers Guides

Start researching anything from auto warranties to pest control to assisted living! Our expert guides take the guesswork out of big purchase decisions!

New Guides & Resources

How much does it cost to replace a catalytic converter?

Thieves love these parts because they contain valuable metals and are fairly easy to remove from a parked car. So what's the cost to replace?

See Also: Take our extended warranty quiz!

Check the current 10-year mortgage and refinance rates

While rates are much higher than a year ago, they are still technically on the lower end of historical ranges for 10-year mortgages.

See Also: Compare top mortgage lenders

Product Recalls

An E. Coli outbreak has led to the recall of a dish sold at Aldi supermarkets, while Target has recalled tea kettles that can cause burns.