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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 4 consumer reporter, Lynda Baquero.
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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 stepped in, and she has good news...
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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 keep their kids...
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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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Army veteran has trouble proving military service for health benefits after records destroyed in fire
A local army veteran needed to prove his military service to access health benefits he was entitled to, but didn’t have the needed proof after a fire destroyed a number military records. News 4 consumer reporter Lynda Baquero helped him get the situation fixed.
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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.
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Long Island Peloton rider was double charged each month for 2 years: What to watch for
An avid Peloton rider realized her monthly subscription for her bike was being billed twice — for nearly two years.
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NJ couple asks for help with surprise recurring charge
A New Jersey man says an $85 purchase ballooned into credit card charges of $1,000. So, he said Better Get Baquero! News 4 consumer reporter Lynda Baquero explains what happened, and why he’s now getting a full refund.
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Better Get Baquero: Workshop to spot potential scams
Promises of big money are reportedly causing consumers to lose hundreds of millions of dollars. News 4 New York’s Lynda Baquero reports.
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NJ man meets luggage nightmare trying to ship clothes home
During a recent trip to France, a New Jersey man thought it would be easier to ship some of his clothes home, rather than carry them through the many stops of his journey, but he had to say “Better Get Baquero” when the luggage never made it home. Here’s News 4 consumer reporter Lynda Baquero.