Testing clothing for toxic chemicals
Cotton… wool… silk… all common fabrics, but do you know what else may be in the clothing you wear? There are growing concerns over potentially toxic chemicals that could be hanging i...
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NJ couple charged 24 times for airfare
Imagine you book a plane ticket and get charged 24 times, totaling $34,000! That’s what happened to one couple in New Jersey while they were making plans for Christmas. They called ‘Better Get Baquero’ for News 4 consumer reporter, Lynda Baquero.
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Trouble with a travel insurance claim: Better Get Baquero
A Connecticut man took out insurance for a rental car during a trip to England, but when he damaged the car and filed a claim, he hit a bump in the road. He said ‘Better Get Baquero,’ so here’s News 4 consumer reporter Lynda Baquero to explain.
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Concerns over credit score changes
It’s important to keep track of your credit score and protect it from fraud. A New Jersey woman said ‘Better Get Baquero’ after getting a concerning notice about her credit, which News 4 consumer reporter Lynda Baquero explains.
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How accurate are airport scales?
Worried about having to pay extra for baggage when you board a flight? And how do you know if the airport scale is accurate? ‘Better Get Baquero’ for an exclusive look at how city officials check for accuracy, from News 4 consumer reporter Lynda Baquero.
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Help needed with Social Security disability insurance
If you’ve worked for more than five years, but now have a disability that prevents you from working for a year or more, you might be eligible for disability benefits from the government. A Manhattan man says he met those qualifications, but had trouble getting benefits … until he said ‘Better Get Baquero.’ Here’s News ... -
Understanding online return policies
Sometimes you just don’t have time to make a return in the 30-day window offered by some retailers. While many companies have started charging fees for returns, others are taking a different approach. News 4 New York’s Lynda Baquero reports.
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What to know about Medicare “Donut Hole”: Better Get Bauqero
If you’re eligible for Medicare, now’s the time to review your health care coverage. Open enrollment runs through December 7th, allowing you to make any changes for next year. A Rockland County man asked ‘Better Get Baquero’ for help when he had trouble paying for prescription drugs. News 4 consumer reporter Lynda Baquero st... -
How to help keep kids safe on social media
The upcoming holiday break means kids will surely be scrolling on their tablets and phones. A recent report by the Federal Trade Commission paints an alarming picture of social media and the data they collect on kids and teens. It’s prompted some changes. News 4 consumer reporter Lynda Baquero describes the steps families can take, to help ke... -
Tips for homeowners to save on heating costs during the winter
Lynda Baquero reporting on saving on heat costs during the winter.
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Tips for buying silver coins as prices rise
With the price of precious metals rising in the marketplace, some people are buying silver coins as an investment. Here are some tips to make sure you get your money’s worth. News 4 consumer reporter Lynda Baquero explains.
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Protecting consumer information from data breaches
Data breaches are becoming a more frequent issue for consumers. What’s being done to protect you when your information is compromised? NBC and Telemundo consumer reporters around the country have teamed up to investigate. News 4 consumer reporter Lynda Baquero explains.
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NY woman billed thousands for calls to Pakistan she didn't make
A Rockland County, New York woman gets hit with a huge bill for phone calls to Pakistan that she says she didn’t make! News 4 consumer reporter Lynda Baquero explains what went wrong and how she got a resolution.
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IRS mistake nearly costs New Jersey woman $3.8 million
An IRS mistake that could have cost a New Jersey woman $3.8 million and her home. News 4 consumer reporter Lynda Baquero explains why.
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Help with extended warranty claim
A Nassau County driver hoped his used car warranty would help when his engine broke down. But he had to say “better get Baqeruo!” News 4 consumer reporter Lynda Baquero explains why.
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Waiting on compensation for canceled cruise
When a cruise operator cancelled a sailing because of COVID concerns, a passenger from Mount Vernon was promised a refund. But after waiting two years she said better get Baquero! News 4 consumer reporter Lynda Baquero describes what happened next.
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New Jersey couple faces regular flooding after door renovation | Better Get Baquero
A couple from New Jersey had a new glass sliding door installed, but then had to deal with months of leaking every time it rained. Here’s News 4 consumer reporter Lynda Baquero with the details.
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Long Island man seeks help with airline refund request
When a Long Island man canceled his flights to Portugal, he was told he could get a refund, but there was an issue with how he made that request. Better Get Baquero to explain why. Here’s News 4 consumer reporter Lynda Baquero.
