Matt Gephardt
Matt Gephardt and Cindy St. Clair, KSL TV
Victims losing ‘memories’ when their social media is hacked
From streaming to social media, many are using Facebook or Instagram to keep and share their precious photos. But as KSL Investigator Matt Gephardt has learned, relying on social media to store our valuable photos could set us up for a major heartbreak.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt, KSL TV
Synthetic identity fraud: The bad guys are now creating identities instead of stealing them
Identity theft remains one of the top financial crimes in the world, but now, crooks have figured out a new fraud by combining both real and fake personal information to create a new identity.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt, KSL TV
Gephardt Busts Inflation: New car prices are dropping, but still well over pre-pandemic level
Between quarantine measures, chip shortages, supply chain issues, and essential parts manufactured in war-torn parts of the world, car prices have skyrocketed.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt and Cindy St. Clair, KSL TV
Despite proof, tenant who double paid rent can’t get refund
With rents on the rise, who can afford to double pay for one month’s rent? One man paid when he was pressured to do so or be evicted. Now he’s fighting to get that duplicate payment refunded.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL TV
Gephardt Busts Inflation: Are branded gas station credit cards the best way to bring the price down?
One way to bring down the price of gas is with a gas station credit card. Most offer some sort of flat discount between $0.05 and $0.10 per gallon. But is that the best way to go?2 years ago
Matt Gephardt & Sloan Schrage, KSL TV
Bank employee impostors are using Zelle money transfer app to drain accounts
A new scam centered around the cash payment app, Zelle, is hitting a fever pitch as it drains money directly from bank accounts.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt & Sloan Schrage, KSL TV
Gephardt Busts Inflation: How browser extensions can help beat rising prices online
With the help of plug-ins for your internet browser, your computer can help you make sure you are paying the lowest price for nearly everything.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt & Cindy St. Clair, KSL TV
Couple receives surprise bill after doctor at in-network facility turns out to be out-of-network
Imagine going to an in-network medical facility but then getting a surprise bill because the facility's doctor turned out to be out-of-network. It happened to an Elko couple.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt & Sloan Schrage, KSL TV
Need a favor? Here’s how to ask that researchers say will get you a ‘yes’ answer
Ever needed a little assist from a friend or co-worker, but you weren't exactly sure how to ask for it? Well, researchers at Cornell University say they found the best way to get a “yes” when we ask for a favor.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt, KSL TV
How a right-to-repair victory can help millions save money by fixing their own phones
Some manufacturers make it hard for you to fix your own stuff by keeping blueprints secret or refusing to sell replacement parts. One industry is bucking that trend. It could save you money and help you bust inflation.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt & Sloan Schrage, KSL TV
One in three drivers break Utah HOV lane rules during rush hour, are the lanes enforced?
The carpool lanes only work if drivers follow the rules. As KSL investigators learned, many drivers in Utah do not do.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt, KSL TV
What can you do when Carfax reports a crash that never happened on your car’s report?
When someone looks to buy a used car, they are likely going to want some assurance it doesn’t have major hidden damage.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt, KSL TV
Gephardt Busts Inflation: How you can save money on gas fill-ups by buying gift cards
Despite rising costs, a dollar is still a dollar, right? Not necessarily. As KSL Investigator Matt Gephardt hunts for solutions to inflation, he found that gift cards may be worth a lot more than what they say on the front.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt, KSL TV
Utah woman loses $187,000 to scammer posing as cryptocurrency investor
A Utah woman thought she was buying and selling cryptocurrency on a reputable website. That was not the case. She shared her story with KSL Investigator Matt Gephardt in the hopes others will learn from her mistakes.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt, KSL TV
Gephardt busts inflation: Auto insurance premiums are rising; here’s how you can still save money
Data shared with the KSL Investigators shows we are paying more to insure our cars. But here are some ways that will help us pay less.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL TV
More than a token investment fad: Why experts say NFTs are here to stay
Digital collectables, known as NFTs, are gaining popularity. Before you pay big money to own one, here’s what you should know.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL TV
Gephardt: How ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ might help fight inflation
One way to fight inflation is by having a higher credit score. Just weeks ago, “Buy Now, Pay Later” payments started showing up on credit reports. But can this change help Utahns improve their credit scores?2 years ago
Matt Gephardt & Sloan Schrage, KSL TV
Provo man frustrated that his landlord won’t let him fly the Ukrainian flag on his apartment patio
A Provo resident is among those Utahns wanting to show his support. But when his landlord refused to allow him to display the Ukrainian flag on his patio, he contacted the KSL Investigators.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt & Sloan Schrage, KSL TV
Subscription overload: How to cut down on those monthly costs
These days, you can find subscriptions for just about anything — and they can add up quickly. So, KSL Consumer Investigator Matt Gephardt shows us how to avoid getting trapped into unwanted subscriptions.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt & Sloan Schrage, KSL TV
Eight ways you can save money on gas right now
On average, a gallon of regular gas now sells for $4.30 in Utah, but before your next fill up, here are eight ways how you can still save money on gas.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt & Sloan Schrage, KSL TV
What the war in Ukraine could mean for air travel here and abroad
Experts say if the hostilities keep up in Eastern Europe, it will lead to higher airfares here and abroad and it will lengthen flight times.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt, KSL TV
Fact check: How to verify photos that are circulating online
It is called the “fog of war” – images and information that spreads quickly from the battlefield. And while it may have speed, it is not always accurate. There are several tools journalists use to determine fact from fiction, and you can use them to verify the information you find online.2 years ago
Matt Gephardt, KSL TV
How the war in Ukraine will hit the supply of new autos and their prices
COVID-19 impacted the supply chain. Natural disasters impacted the supply chain. And make no mistake, the war in Eastern Europe is also going to impact the supply chain – which may exacerbate the abnormally high auto prices.2 years ago
