Bianca Beltran

3 weeks ago | nbcboston.com | Ale Zimmermann |Bianca Beltran

As the weather warms up, so do the bugs. But before calling pest control, there are few tips consumers should keep in mind to protect their home and wallet. Whether it's ants in the kitchen or a cockroach making a home in the bathroom - these uninvited tenants can make our skin crawl and wreak havoc on our home. But before calling in a professional to help to get rid of them, Consumers' Checkbook warns that rushing into a contract could lead to big regrets later on.

3 weeks ago | nbcboston.com | Ale Zimmermann |Bianca Beltran

The tax deadline has come and gone and soon millions of Americans will get a refund from the government. But before splurging on those new shoes, consider putting that money to work. According to the IRS, the average refund amount this year is more than $3,000. Smart shopping expert Trae Bodge recommends prioritizing paying down high-interest credit cards and building an emergency savings fund with that refund.

2 months ago | nbcboston.com | Bianca Beltran

After her liver transplant last year, Daniele Gonsalves spent a lot of time isolated in recovery. She turned to dating apps to connect with people in Boston. That's how she matched with David from Quebec - or so he said. "David is very handsome and has the gift of gab. If he exists," said Gonsalves. "He was very charming, very, very charming."They texted just about every day about their lives, their families and what they would do once they met up. "I mean, I wasn't in love with him. I was in lust.

2 months ago | telemundonuevainglaterra.com | Bianca Beltran

Han pasado seis meses desde que Enrique Delgado-García, un policía estatal, falleció debido a múltiples heridas sufridas durante un ejercicio de entrenamiento en la Academia Policial de Massachusetts. Hasta ahora, su familia no ha recibido información sobre la causa de su muerte, y la investigación continúa.

2 months ago | nbcboston.com | Bianca Beltran

It was supposed to be a way to save money on her internet bills, but it ended up costing a Boston woman thousands of dollars in a gift card scam. Emily, who asked to be identified only by her first name, said she received a voicemail from someone claiming to be a customer service representative from Xfinity, reminding her that her contract was up. When she called the number back, she said she heard a prompt similar to what she would expect when calling Xfinity's customer service line.