Senior scams
John Mattes investigates the schemes that are scamming senior citizens in San Diego.
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Investigating consumer problems with GE Money
Michael Shames recommends, that you need to be "remarkably diligent" when someone shows up at your door and offers you products and services.
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UCAN Christmas Shopping Tips
UCAN's executive director Michael Shames gives us the information we need this Holiday season to make smart buying decisions. Investigative reporter, John Mattes shows you how to use iphone applications and websites to compare prices while you are shopping.
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New Media Rights' community journalism project investigates solar panel financing scams
The latest video for New Media Rights Community Journalism Project investigates solar panel financing scams. Before you buy solar panels take a look at UCAN's Solar Project information and make sure you watch this video to know what kind of scams to look out for.
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UCAN investigates: Are insurance companies failing to pay doctors ?
John Mattes, UCAN investigative reporter interviews Dr. Sherry L. Franklin about doctors having a difficult time being paid by big insurance companies.
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The Aquaponics Challenge with Michael Shames (in less than 3 minutes)
Time lapse of the construction of Michael's new aquaponics system in his garage and a challenge to traditional gardening.
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