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Tuesday, May 22, 2012 | 12:05 p.m.

Robin Taylor Consumer News

WJAC-TV's Robin Taylor provides you with all of the consumer news you need to know.

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6 News Consumer Investigation: 10 Things to Never Buy Generic

While buying generic can save you money, when it comes to quality you may be losing big   Topping our list of “10 Things to Never Buy Generic” is paint.  The experts at consumer reports said the cheap stuff just doesn't cover as well or hold up over time.  Their ...

6 News Consumer Investigation: 10 Money Wasters

A consumer alert about ways you could be wasting your hard-earned cash.  Six News’ Consumer Investigator, Robin Taylor, uncovered 10 common things people do that are real money wasters.  Our first big money waster starts at the ATM. When you use a bank outside of your ATM network you're charged ...

6 News Consumer Investigation: Preventing Stink Bugs From Invading Your Home

Stink bugs have invaded our homes, and experts say it could get much worse.  That's why 6 News’ Consumer Investigator Robin Taylor talked to one of those experts to find out what can  be done to keep the  bugs  out.   Stink bugs over winter live in dark cracks and ...

6 News Consumer Investigation: Cutting Cable Costs

Not that long ago, cable television cost $30 or $40 a month.  These days, there are hundreds of channels and the bill may run $100 or more.  Six News Consumer Investigator Robin Taylor did some digging to find the best way to save money.   If you really want to ...

Consumer Investigation: Prescription Prices Vary

Everyone knows that prescription drugs are expensive, but did you know, prices can vary widely? It all depends on where you buy them.  Six News Consumer Investigator Robin Taylor uncovered four things shoppers need to know before filling prescriptions. It is rather surprising, depending upon the pharmacy, the price of a drug ...

Consumer Investigation: Saving Cash At The Dollar Store

Shopping season is in full swing, but before you head to the store to restock the supplies, there are some real deals that will help you save some cash.  But are the deals actually worth it?   Dollar stores are known for their deals on seasonal items, and Channel 6 news found ...

Website Claims To Help You Stay Focused While Shopping

It's an innovative new kitchen helper, a website that is meant to help you stay focused. Retailers know that in store marketing works.  The specials, the end caps, the signs; they are designed to get you to add things to your cart that you didn't plan to buy. Sam Kinney, ...

Menus Broken Down To Find The Worst One

 They may taste good, but they're not good for you.  The Center For Science in the Public Interest has broken down the worst menus at the nation's favorite restaurants. The Cheesecake Factory tops the list again this year with some of the most extreme items on the menu and they're ...

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