CONSUMERWATCH: Finding the right television

When it comes to TVs, there are many models and options to choose from. CTV's Karen Rocznik goes over how to pick the screen that's right for you.

CONSUMERWATCH: Deal websites

Deal websites offer discounts on everything from haircuts to travel packages. It's free for consumers to join, but businesses pay a price.

CONSUMERWATCH: Credit score

Putting off paying your credit card bill may be doing more damage than you think. Credit counsellors say a poor credit score can affect everything from mortgage rates to how much you pay for home insurance.

CONSUMERWATCH: Hidden sugar

For those with a sweet tooth, soda, candy and cookies are the usual fixes for a sugar craving. Sugar is being consumed, though, in many other foods.

CONSUMERWATCH: Compact Fluorescent Bulbs

CFL bulbs are meant to save energy but now there's concern they may be harming the environment. The bulbs contain mercury and need to be disposed of properly.

CONSUMERWATCH: Weight-loss programs

Diet programs come in all shapes and sizes. Since Weight Watchers began years ago, many other diet plans have also entered the market.

CONSUMERWATCH: Online gift card swapping

On average, Canadians spend about $6 billion every year on gift cards and a Consumer Reports study found one in four of those gift cards go unused.

CONSUMERWATCH: Tipping etiquette

Etiquette experts weigh in with advice on tipping during the holiday season.

CONSUMERWATCH: QR Codes

Quick Response Codes (QR codes) are everywhere: on buses, billboards and posters. Smart phone users scan them into their phones and the code directs them to a webpage, video or MP3.

CONSUMERWATCH: E-readers

E-readers such as the Kindle and the Nook offer access to thousands of books, newspapers and magazines, but what should consumers consider if looking to purchase one?

CONSUMERWATCH: Tablets

Apple's latest iPad 2 is expected to be a big seller this holiday season, but a number of other tablets are giving it a run for the money.