Bonnie J. Murphy

1 week ago | wcpo.com | John Matarese |Bonnie J. Murphy

Thinking of shopping in June? Think dads, and grads, and the great outdoors. June is a great month to shop for gifts and outdoor equipment, with retailers offering deals on items for Father's Day, graduations and summer adventures. At Benchmark Outdoor Outfitters, the shelves are stocked with summer outdoor gear, from backpacks to camping chairs and popular coolers. "We have the Yeti Tundra, their most classic cooler," Max Artbauer, a salesman at Benchmark, said.

1 week ago | wmar2news.com | John Matarese |Bonnie J. Murphy

Experience gift cards or certificates are a modern twist on the traditional store gift card. They allow the recipient to enjoy an activity like skydiving or a day at the spa. Yet, there are things consumers should keep in mind, as one woman just learned. Terri Baston said she lost more than $500 after the helicopter company she bought a gift card from apparently went out of business. "We were looking for a helicopter ride for my husband," she said.

3 weeks ago | wcpo.com | John Matarese |Bonnie J. Murphy

Many heating and air companies now offer the option to lease an HVAC unit rather than buy one. It can be tempting, because prices of a new unit are higher than ever, and it's a big investment for any homeowner. Yet one homeowner just learned that leasing your air conditioning system or furnace could end up costing more in the long run, than if you purchased it upfront.

3 weeks ago | kesq.com | John Matarese |Bonnie J. Murphy

By John Matarese , Bonnie MurphyClick here for updates on this story CINCINNATI, Ohio ( WCPO) - A couple is out tens of thousands of dollars after unknowingly purchasing a stolen vehicle from a private seller who had swapped the vehicle identification number. John and Michele Tibbs thought they had found a great deal on a 2021 Chevy Suburban through Facebook Marketplace, but they later discovered that the SUV was actually a stolen 2023 model with an altered VIN.