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Don't Waste Your Money
OFIR Offers Tips to College Students on How to Hit the Books on Insurance
As students from Michigan prepare to head off to college, the Office of Financial and Insurance Regulation (OFIR) strongly urged these young adults – and their parents – to review their family’s insurance policies.
Saving on Back to School Clothes
We always hear about big sales during back to school season, but JoAnne Purtan went off the beaten path to find nice clothes at rock bottom prices. Video Watch Video
Free Stimulus Payment Filing for Seniors, Retirees, Disabled Veterans and Low-Income Workers
The office of U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow and the Wayne County Asset Building Coalition are partnering with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to make sure that local retirees, disabled veterans and low-income workers get help filing for an economic stimulus payment.
3D Photos
A new program will have you looking at your photos in a different way. It's something in between a still picture and a video. Video Watch Video
Grow Your Own Groceries
We're paying more these days for a lot of our food, so some people are trying to cut their costs by growing their own groceries. Video Watch Video

HDTV 101 Videos
Getting Ready for Digital TV
It's less than 6 months away from now when broadcasters like Channel 7 are required to switch to digital signal only. Here's a reminder about what that means to you.
Converter Box Coupons
The big switch to digital TV is leass than 7 months away and a lot of people are finding their government coupons to buy a converter box have expired.
HDTV Cables
Will spending big money on fancy cables really give you a better image on your digital television?
HD Resolution
There's a lot to consider when you buy an HDTV, the TV's size, price and there's another number you may have seen on the tags, it has to do with resolution.
HD 101 - Price Drop
JoAnne Purtan
Tuesday Test
Tuesday Test: Weed Wackers
Would you believe we buy almost as many weed wackers as lawn mowers? We went looking for ones that won't take to big of a chunk out of your budget. Video Watch Video
Tuesday Test: Shower Cleaners That Work
When it comes to cleaning your shower, there are lots of products to choose from. Spray cleaners, powdered cleaners, aerosol foam. All claim to get your shower sparkling clean. Video Watch Video
Tuesday Test: Digital Frames and Cameras
In the market for a digital camera? Well, the good news, according to Consumer Reports, is they all take pretty good pictures. So how to pick one? There are lots of things to consider. Video Watch Video
Tuesday Test: Electrical Shavers
Maybe you’re looking for an electric shaver to give for Father’s Day, or maybe you’re just looking for a close shave. To get the most for your money, check out what Consumer Reports found out in its latest tests of 14 electric shavers, both rotary shavers and foil shavers. Video Watch Video
Tuesday Test: Synthetic Decks
It takes work to keep wood decks looking nice. If you don’t stain them every few years, they’re likely to crack and fade. In the hopes of cutting down on maintenance, one of five homeowners is putting in synthetic decking. Video Watch Video


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