Randy Mac
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Los Angeles, CA, United States
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‘Cheating Is Rewarded': Some Yelp Elite Reviews May Be Fake
Most of us read online reviews, and many of us rely on them. We consider the opinions of others when buying a product or service. But as our I-Team investigations have uncovered in the past: some reviews are fake and can’t be trusted. And now they’ve found yet another reason why you can’t always trust the reviews you read. → Read More
Tips for Saving Money at the Grocery Store
Many of us are feeling the sting of inflation at the grocery store, as prices go up. But our I-Team has some tips on how to save money at the market. → Read More
As Tax Day Approaches, Your Refund May Be Lower Than You're Expecting, Accountants Say
As tax day approaches, accountants say your refund may be lower than you’re expecting. Our consumer team found out why, and they also have advice for you if you can’t afford your tax bill. → Read More
Tax Season Is Here Again, and So Are the Scams Targeting Taxpayers
Tax season is here again, and so are the scams that go with it. Consumers lose tens of millions of dollars every year to fraudsters impersonating the IRS. So here are the latest scams, and how to protect yourself → Read More
‘Buy Now, Pay Later' May Cost More Than You Expect
The Buy Now Pay Later industry is booming – it’s topped $100 billion. These are services that allow you to buy something, take it home right away, but pay for it over time. And as prices go up, many people might be tempted to use it to book their vacation. But that may cost you more than you expect. → Read More
As Prices Soar, Here's How to Stretch Your Dollar
It’s been decades since we’ve seen inflation like we’re experiencing right now. Prices are soaring – from gas to food to rent. So stretching your dollar is more important than ever. Here are some tips on how to do that. → Read More
I-Team Tips for Renters: How to Get as Much of Your Security Deposit Back as Possible
If you're a renter, you know how hard it can be to get back your full security deposit - it can entail haggling with your landlord over fees they're charging... → Read More
How Some Companies Are Innovating to Take the Hassle Out of Returns
Some retailers are partnering with services like UPS 360 and Happy Returns. The industry has dubbed them “no box, no label” services, because you drop off your return at a UPS or FedEx location with no packaging or shipping label. You simply show them a QR code, issued by the retailer, and they package and ship the return. → Read More
College Student Thought She Landed a Paid Internship. Then Scammers Stole Thousands From Her
A college student in Long Beach who applied to a paid internship via the job-searching site Indeed was told she handed landed the job — then scammers stole thousands from her. → Read More
SoCal Edison Scammers Are Getting More Sophisticated and Aggressive. Here's What to Know
Scammers are calling homeowners, pretending to be SoCalEdison employees and demanding you pay a “past-due” bill immediately or they’ll cut power, and people have already been scammed out of thousands. → Read More
Gas Saving Tips: Follow These Fuel Economy Rules of the Road
Gas prices reached all-time highs this week in California, where per-gallon prices skyrocketed to more nearly $6 in some areas. Here are some tips, including car maintenance advice and fuel-saving driving habits, from AAA to help you stretch that tank of fuel. → Read More
New Study Reveals How Likely You Are To Fall For Scams
You likely often receive scam texts, emails or phone calls from fraudsters trying to steal your money using their latest scheme. In fact, consumers are losing billions of dollars to scams every year. But now there’s some insight into why people fall for scams. → Read More
Planning Holiday Travel? Get Ready for a Bumpy Ride, Experts Warn
If you’re planning to travel over the holidays, experts warn to get ready for a bumpy ride — high airfares, delays, cancelations. → Read More
Privacy Expert Suggests Doing This to Help Protect Your Personal Information Online
Popular apps and websites, such as Facebook and Amazon, that many of us use all the time, are gathering a lot of information about us, and even sharing it with others. → Read More
Consumer is Suing Amazon, Saying the Retail Giants Should be Taking Action to Stop Scams
The I-Team often warns you about scams involving Amazon, where a scammer tricks you into believing they’re reaching out on behalf of the company. The scams vary, but the result is always the same: the consumer is duped out of hundreds or thousands of dollars. And now one consumer is suing Amazon, saying the retail giants should be taking action to stop these scams. → Read More
Online Scammers Are Using Social Media and Venmo to Target Victims
An online scam is using the Venmo logo as bait on social media, using the digital content and payment features we utilize every day to get into your wallet. → Read More
Take a Home Inventory to Get Home Wildfire Ready
With fire season approaching, it’s important to get your home as wildfire ready as possible. And that includes taking a home inventory, which is more important than ever. → Read More
Protect Your Home From Embers Fire Season is Among Us, Experts Say
As we prepare for fire season, experts say you want to protect your home from embers. They say embers can travel up to a mile, meaning your house could catch fire even if it’s nowhere close to what’s burning. And there’s an app that walks you through what you can do to help keep your home safe. → Read More
Is Your Home Underinsured For Wildfire Damage? Here's How to Make Sure You're Protected
As wildfires rage throughout the west, it may be just a matter of time before a big one sparks right here in Southern California. And the recovery will likely be much tougher this year because many of us are likely underinsured, thanks to the pandemic. → Read More
Analysis of Catalytic Converter Theft Reports Reveals a Stunning Increase in California
More than 8,000 Californians have reported having their catalytic converter stolen in the first five months of 2021, according to police and auto insurance data analyzed by BeenVerified. That’s a 33-percent increased for 2020 and a whopping 380-percent increase over 2019, when only 1,254 thefts were reported. → Read More