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MAKING ENDS MEET


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Heating hacks: Free ways to lower your bill

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On average, nearly half of all residential energy consumption in the U.S. is attributed to heating costs and 85% of adults report that their utility costs have gone up in recent years.

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Making Ends Meet: Apps that can save you money on groceries

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Apps that can save you money on groceries

The Associated Press recently looked at six apps people are using to save on groceries.

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Back-to-school shopping on a budget: The Goodwill treasure hunt

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For many kids, the first day of school is all about two things: friends and fashion! The right outfit is crucial, and the latest drip can make all the difference. But with the average family spending over $400 on clothes and shoes, how can you keep your kids looking fresh without breaking the bank?

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How to save big on groceries as students head back to school

Read full article: How to save big on groceries as students head back to school

With only one week until the school year begins for most students in our area, one thing is clear: kids need to eat. In a time when everything costs more, being savvy can lead to significant savings.

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Making Ends Meet: How to get the most out of a tank of gas

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: How to get the most out of a tank of gas

Consumer Reports reveals the type of gasoline you should look for and how it can help you save money by getting the most out of every tank.

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Making Ends Meet: Save money and protect your personal information when renting a car

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Save money and protect your personal information when renting a car

If you're renting a car, you likely have some questions: Am I getting a good deal? Should I prepay when I make the reservation? Is it safe to connect to the car's Bluetooth? We have answers so you can save money and protect your personal information.

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JEA bill too high? Here’s how you can save money with a free in-home assessment

Read full article: JEA bill too high? Here’s how you can save money with a free in-home assessment

If you think you’re paying too much, you can give JEA a call to schedule a free assessment. They will diagnose the problem and if there isn’t one, they’ll recommend some lifestyle changes.

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Making Ends Meet: A simple tool that can help you save on groceries

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: A simple tool that can help you save on groceries

If you want to save money on groceries, read this story.

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Making Ends Meet: New tricks to try to cut your electric bill

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: New tricks to try to cut your electric bill

As we continue to run our air conditioners nonstop while the temperatures soar, we have some new tricks to try to reduce your monthly electric bill.

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Making Ends Meet: Don’t waste your money on unnecessary upgrades when selling your home

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Don’t waste your money on unnecessary upgrades when selling your home

A lot of families look to buy a new home in the summer, so they can be in their new space in time for the start of school. If you're putting your home on the market, you want to get the most money possible -- without wasting money on unnecessary upgrades.

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Making Ends Meet: Clever ways to build a cash stash

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According to a GoBankingRates survey, nearly half of Americans have $500 or less in their savings accounts. So how can you stop spending and start saving?

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Garage sales offer great deals. But no matter the bargain, you should skip these items

Read full article: Garage sales offer great deals. But no matter the bargain, you should skip these items

A buyer beware when you shop at garage sales. They are a great place to find deals on a lot of things, but we have a list of items you should skip to keep your family safe.

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Making Ends Meet: Save up to 10% on your electric bill by making one tweak to your thermostat

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Save up to 10% on your electric bill by making one tweak to your thermostat

The experts at Consumer Reports share some simple steps you can do right now to save money all summer long.

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It just got easier to price shop for internet service. Itemized labels are now required

Read full article: It just got easier to price shop for internet service. Itemized labels are now required

Consumer Reports has been pushing the government to require internet companies to provide easy-to-read labels so customers can shop around without complication. Now -- it's a requirement.

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Making Ends Meet: Skip those pricey pet insurance premiums but still get affordable vet care & meds

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Skip those pricey pet insurance premiums but still get affordable vet care & meds

There are affordable ways to get your pets the health care they need without a pricey insurance bill.

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Making Ends Meet: Small changes could save you hundreds of dollars on your car insurance

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Small changes could save you hundreds of dollars on your car insurance

A few small changes could amount to big savings when it comes to what you pay for car insurance.

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Damage to your home? How and when to make an insurance claim to get the most out of your coverage

Read full article: Damage to your home? How and when to make an insurance claim to get the most out of your coverage

Picking up the pieces after a storm, flood, or fire is a daunting task. Consumer Reports explains how to file an insurance claim to get the most out of your policy.

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Making Ends Meet: Creative moves to lower your home insurance bill

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Creative moves to lower your home insurance bill

As we get closer to the dreaded hurricane season -- all while you're dealing with rising premiums that feel completely out of your control -- News4JAX turned to the experts to get some tricks and tips to really help you drop your rate.

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Subscription shock: How much are you spending?

Read full article: Subscription shock: How much are you spending?

With the rise of streaming services and online subscriptions, many consumers may be unaware of the total costs they’re spending each month.

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Cereal? Sand? Pet hair? Vacuums that do the job under $300

Read full article: Cereal? Sand? Pet hair? Vacuums that do the job under $300

Whether you’re getting ready to spring clean, or you need to clear your home of pollen and other allergens that are making your eyes itchy and your nose run, it may be time for new vacuum. Consumer Reports put different styles through some pretty tough tests so you can get one that works for your lifestyle and your budget.

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Making Ends Meet: How to find, cancel monthly subscriptions you’re paying for but don’t want

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: How to find, cancel monthly subscriptions you’re paying for but don’t want

We’re all trying to cut our monthly bills to make ends meet. And you could find some extra money right now if you take a look at your credit card statements.

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Making Ends Meet: Save on baggage fees for your next flight

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As you're getting ready for your Spring Break trip, a little planning beforehand could save you some money and headaches at the airport – specifically those dreaded baggage fees.

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Making Ends Meet: Tricks to slash your streaming bills without missing your favorite TV shows

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Tricks to slash your streaming bills without missing your favorite TV shows

We are all looking for ways to cut costs, and over the last few days on The Morning Show, we've talked about several ways to save money:

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Making Ends Meet: How meal prepping can save you up to 50%

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If you have been thinking about meal prepping, there are some foods that are better for the job than others.

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Making Ends Meet: Try these tips to make your groceries last longer

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Food safety experts say making your groceries last longer starts with knowing which foods should even go in your refrigerator in the first place.

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Making Ends Meet: What new homeowners need now to save money down the road

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: What new homeowners need now to save money down the road

Buying a new home can be an overwhelming process and surprises come with the territory. So, we got expert advice from Consumer Reports -- revealing some not-so-obvious products that could end up saving you thousands of dollars later.

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Making Ends Meet: Valentine’s Day deals all month long

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The sales are on for everything from smartphones to refrigerators to TVs! And because President's Day is coming up too, Consumer Reports says you'll find deep discounts on items all month long

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The average American household spends more than $1,000 a month on groceries

Read full article: The average American household spends more than $1,000 a month on groceries

New census data shows the average American household is spending about $270 a week on groceries, or more than $1000 a month. And in Florida, it’s even more expensive, with people here spending $290 a week or $331 with kids. In fact, Florida the 5th most expensive state to buy groceries.

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Feeling some regret about buy now, pay later holiday gifts? Consumer Reports is here to help

Read full article: Feeling some regret about buy now, pay later holiday gifts? Consumer Reports is here to help

So Consumer Reports is here to make sense of buy now, pay later short-term loans with important advice on how to dodge costly fees and what to do next time.

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Making Ends Meet: Smartphone & tech repair could get cheaper, according to Consumer Reports

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Smartphone & tech repair could get cheaper, according to Consumer Reports

We all know how expensive it can be if we need to get our phone or laptop fixed, but Consumer Reports says it could soon get a lot cheaper for everyone – thanks to a new state law in New York.

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Making Ends Meet: Your guide to post-holiday returns, refunds & exchanges

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Your guide to post-holiday returns, refunds & exchanges

If a gift misses the mark, there are rules and important dates you need to know when it comes to returns, refunds and exchanges.

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Making Ends Meet: Finding the best refurbished items for the perfect thrifty gift

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Finding the best refurbished items for the perfect thrifty gift

Nothing beats the surprise of opening the perfect gift, but that gift doesn’t have to be brand new!

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Making Ends Meet: Gifts that will perk up the coffee lover in your life

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In our series Making Ends Meet: Holiday Gifts, we're sharing budget-friendly gift ideas with you -- all products that Consumer Reports' experts have tried, tested, and now recommend.

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Making Ends Meet: Mistakes to avoid to save money on your winter utility bill

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Mistakes to avoid to save money on your winter utility bill

Three steps to avoid a spike on your electric bill during cold weather.

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Making Ends Meet: Game-changing tech gifts for every budget

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Game-changing tech gifts for every budget

Consumer Reports’ own experts have tried and tested a wide range of products and have compiled their own list of budget-friendly tech gifts -- with one that will cost you as little as $25.

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Making Ends Meet: Affordable kitchen gift ideas that are a cut above

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Affordable kitchen gift ideas that are a cut above

You’re paying more for gas and groceries, but gifts? We’re here to help! We’re calling it Making Ends Meet: Holiday Gifts.

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Struggling to make car payments? Here’s what to do

Read full article: Struggling to make car payments? Here’s what to do

Unexpected life events, like a job loss or drop in income, may affect your ability to pay your bills, including car payments. The FTC has advice for what to do if you get behind on payments.

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Talking turkey 🦃 Answering some of the most common questions about cooking turkey

Read full article: Talking turkey 🦃 Answering some of the most common questions about cooking turkey

We are answering some of the most common turkey questions to help you have a smooth Thanksgiving holiday.

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Making Ends Meet: Ways to save on your Thanksgiving meal

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Ways to save on your Thanksgiving meal

For those looking to save time (and money), we compared options for pre-made heat and serve Thanksgiving meals at eight restaurants and grocery stores -- and here's what we found.

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Why does it sometimes cost twice as much to insure manufactured, tiny homes -- and how can you save money?

Read full article: Why does it sometimes cost twice as much to insure manufactured, tiny homes -- and how can you save money?

No doubt manufactured and tiny homes are significantly cheaper than traditional homes—but there’s often a surprise after the purchase. Insurance can cost twice as much.

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Think twice about paying hospital debt with medical credit card or health care provider loan

Read full article: Think twice about paying hospital debt with medical credit card or health care provider loan

Before you sign up for one of those medical credit cards or loans offered by the health care provider -- promising to ease the burden -- Consumer Reports warns you could end up doing more harm than good.

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Consumer Reports: Pitfalls to know when using car insurance quote comparison sites

Read full article: Consumer Reports: Pitfalls to know when using car insurance quote comparison sites

“We at Consumer Reports believe that you should price shop for car insurance ideally once a year,” she said.

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Making Ends Meet: How to negotiate or avoid dealer fees when shopping for a new car

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: How to negotiate or avoid dealer fees when shopping for a new car

If you need a new car, that’s more expensive too -- especially when dealer fees are tacked on to that final price. But Consumer Reports says certain fees can be negotiated or avoided altogether.

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Making Ends Meet: How to save money in one of the most expensive states for car insurance

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: How to save money in one of the most expensive states for car insurance

With car insurance premiums recently rising higher than inflation, it's more important than ever to find ways to lower your bill. The good news: Consumer Reports found cost-saving tricks its experts say actually work!

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Making Ends Meet: More utility bill savings

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We continue our series of reports helping you cut your water and electricity bill. Pinpointing the rooms in your home that drain the most water and the steps you can take to reduce waste and save money.

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Making Ends Meet: Saving on your utility bill

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JEA offers in-home assessments to help customers better understand why their electric or water bill has spiked and can also determine if a leak is causing the expensive.

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Making Ends Meet: How to eat healthy without forking over big bucks at the grocery store

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: How to eat healthy without forking over big bucks at the grocery store

We want to talk about ways to save over 70% on products and tell you how you can pay less for the healthy food your family needs

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Making Ends Meet: Decoding labels, making egg-spensive eggs last longer

Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Decoding labels, making egg-spensive eggs last longer

Egg prices have jumped 60% since this time last year, but with help from Consumer Reports, we’re decoding labels that might not mean what you think.

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Making Ends Meet: Saving money by making groceries last longer

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Over the next several days, The Morning Show is going to help you cut your costs. We want to begin with making what you buy at the grocery store last as long as possible.

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Making Ends Meet: Ways to save on your Thanksgiving dinner

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Because we know making ends meet is tough right now, News4JAX has been trying to help you save on the bills that really add up like your car insurance and homeowners’ insurance.

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Non Profit Grocery Store Feeding Food Desert | River City Live

Read full article: Non Profit Grocery Store Feeding Food Desert | River City Live

Overflow Health Alliance came into the community with a focus on empowering for a healthy community.  With the area around Moncrief considered a food desert, the group launched a non profit grocery store called Making Ends Meet.  This Sam’s style food pantry offers members the opportunity to shop for quality food options utilizing a $10 a year membership.  This empowers them to feel less self conscious about their situation.  With a second hand clothing boutique and a fitness center with a trainer on site, the site is open to all ages with an eye for more support from the Jacksonville community.

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