John Matarese

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A veteran reporter and two-time Emmy Award winner, John Matarese is our Don’t Waste Your Money Consumer Reporter. Each week, he keeps viewers updated on the latest consumer information with Scam Alerts and Product Recalls. And when he finds a service taking advantage of us, he’s not afraid to say “Doesn’t that stink!”

John’s goal is to help viewers find good values and avoid bad deals, with his signature line: “Don’t Waste Your Money.”

“I truly enjoy being able to advise people and steer them away from the scams and bad deals that any of us can fall victim to. It’s always a pleasure when a viewer says ‘thanks’ for helping them avoid a frustrating problem or find the best product.”

When not clipping coupons, John enjoys speaking to community groups, bike riding and skiing with his family, and attempting his own auto repair (often unsuccessfully) to save money.

Articles

Don’t Waste Your Money: Used Car Prices

Some good news this month for people in need of a used car. Prices are starting to come down from last year’s record highs. john matarese tells us if dealers are expecting even bigger price drops ahead, so you don’t waste your money.

Don’t Waste Your Money: The Old Appliance Dilemma

A couple with a failing dishwasher, and expensive repair bill, wonder if it would have been better just buying a new one.  John Matarese speaks with a repair expert about when it is time to toss it so you don't waste your money.

Don’t Waste Your Money: Car Part Shortage

Most pandemic shortages have now ended but that’s not the case with car parts. John Matarese shows what you can do if you end up facing a car repair delay so you don’t waste your money.

Don’t Waste Your Money: Charity Donations Down

Charities across the country this new year are sounding the alarm. Donations are down sharply due to a change in tax laws. In today's "Don't Waste Your Money", John Matarese shows what you may be able to do about it.