Newsy and Consumer Reports sort out what you need to know about your bottom line. In this segment, expert Octavio Blanco explains what you need to know before booking your next plane ticket. Catch a new segment of "The Bottom Line" weekly on "The Day Ahead." Click here to check your local listings.
The Bottom Line: How To Spot The Hidden Costs Of Flying
Newsy and Consumer Reports discuss the bottom line. In this segment, expert Octavio Blanco shares tips on how to spot hidden fees while flying.
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Posted: 1:23 p.m. EDT Aug 7, 2018
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