
Drowning in debt? Local nonprofit credit counseling can help
http://kidkbim.s3.amazonaws.com/HERB-1327545415.smi.mp4Drowning in debt? Local nonprofit credit counseling can helpIf you're drowning in debt and trying to make ends meet, be careful who you turn to for help. Many companies that advertise for credit counseling and debt repair are little more than profit-centers that charge you hundreds of dollars up front- often with disastrous damage to your debt situation.http://media.komonews.com/images/160*120/120125_debt.jpghttp://www.komonews.com/news/consumer/138097523.html138097523http://media.komonews.com/images/120125_debt.jpgConnie Thompson

Websites that help save on dining out
http://kidkbim.s3.amazonaws.com/webresta-1327455530.2.smi.mp4Websites that help save on dining outIn these tough economic times, we're all watching how much we spend when we go to a restaurant. So what could be better than bargains on meals?http://media.komonews.com/images/160*120/110920_computer_keyboard_hands_laptop_1.jpghttp://www.komonews.com/news/consumer/138005793.html138005793http://media.komonews.com/images/110920_computer_keyboard_hands_laptop_1.jpgHerb Weisbaum

Local recycling locations for trees, brush and other landscape debris
http://kidkbim.s3.amazonaws.com/stormdeb-1327372208.smi.mp4Local recycling locations for trees, brush and other landscape debrisBecause the recent storms, local yard waste haulers are allowing local consumers to leave twice the normal yard waste limit for pick up this week. But if the fallen brush and broken branches are just too much to fit in your yard waste bin and bags, take them to a yard waste recycler. Local yard and landscape recyclers are already loading up on debris from the recent storms.http://media.komonews.com/images/160*120/120123_stormdebris.jpghttp://www.komonews.com/news/consumer/137938143.html137938143http://media.komonews.com/images/120123_stormdebris.jpgConnie Thompson

Do you have enough homeowners insurance?
http://kidkbim.s3.amazonaws.com/homeowne-1327366565.2.smi.mp4Do you have enough homeowners insurance?Most homeowners have homeowners insurance. The question is: do you have enough?http://media.komonews.com/images/160*120/120118_homeowners_insurance.jpghttp://www.komonews.com/news/consumer/137926733.html137926733http://media.komonews.com/images/120118_homeowners_insurance.jpgHerb Weisbaum

How to find a reliable plumber, tree service or roofing contractor
http://kidkbim.s3.amazonaws.com/PSConnie-1327119236.smi.mp4How to find a reliable plumber, tree service or roofing contractorThe winter snow and ice storms mean thousands of people now have to clear fallen trees and repair the damage to their homes. While there are thousands of great companies out there who can help with damaged roofs, broken pipes and tree removal- there are also companies you don't want to touch with a ten foot pole.http://media.komonews.com/images/160*120/120120_connie.jpghttp://www.komonews.com/news/consumer/137806038.html137806038http://media.komonews.com/images/120120_connie.jpgConnie Thompson

What to know, before you call for a tow
http://kidkbim.s3.amazonaws.com/connie-1326940153.smi.mp4What to know, before you call for a towNot surprisingly, this is a busy time for towing companies and some snow-stuck drivers are in for sticker shock.http://media.komonews.com/images/160*120/120118_tow.jpghttp://www.komonews.com/news/consumer/137639018.html137639018http://media.komonews.com/images/120118_tow.jpgConnie Thompson

Auto body repair: The body shop is up to you
http://kidkbim.s3.amazonaws.com/cthcarda-1326853840.smi.mp4Auto body repair: The body shop is up to youWhen your vehicle gets crunched in a crash, your insurance company may recommend certain body shops for the repairs. But you don't have to go there.http://media.kval.com/images/160*120/120117_car.jpghttp://www.komonews.com/news/consumer/137542773.html137542773http://media.kval.com/images/120117_car.jpgConnie Thompson