John Matarese
John Matarese
Consumer Reporter
John is the “Don’t Waste Your Money” consumer reporter for Scripps, featuring money saving reports and scam alerts that are shared with more than 40 Scripps TV stations from his home base at WCPO-TV in Cincinnati. He is most proud of being able to help people who have been taken advantage of unfairly, and to warn others not to fall into the same situation. Whether it is alerting viewers to fake job scams, fighting an unfair rent hike, or saving money on the weekly grocery bill, John’s goal is to help everyday people save for a better future, and avoid the thousands of cons that are trying to separate us from our hard-earned money.
Recent Work
How to save on Valentine's Day flowers, as inflation hits roses hard
Planning a home project? Here's how supplies, prices will be in 2023
Try the 'Frugal February Challenge' to help rebuild your savings
Scammers luring job hunters with fake remote jobs
6 easy ways to make your phone and laptop last longer
How to navigate recent Airbnb changes
Salvage grocery stores are booming as food prices soar
Tax season has begun. Here's how to prepare, avoid a refund delay
It's not just eggs; other foods are up sharply in price
Discount fashion find could be hitting more grocery stores near you
Some popular used cars are no longer affordable to average buyers
Why you can expect a smaller IRS tax refund this year
Tips To Help You Achieve Financial New Year's Resolutions
Great Last-Minute Gifts At Your Local Convenience Store
9 Ways To Protect Your Home And Car From The Bitter Cold
Mobile Wallets Are Convenient, But How Safe Are They?
Save Money On Your Holiday Feast Despite Skyrocketing Grocery Prices
How To Avoid A Gift Card Scam That Could Ruin The Holidays
2022 Holiday Shipping Deadlines
KMGH: You Need To Know About This Slick Cable Or Satellite TV Scam
Top Scams Of 2022 You Need To Know About
Understaffed Airlines Losing Travelers' Luggage
