if you're on the quest to do something special for your loved ones, it's easy to get roped in spending more than you planned. in our take charge consumer protection segment i want to help you avoid the common valentine's day ripoffs. scott gamm is founder of help save my dollars.com. >> good morning. >> you are just a wealth of savings. we're going to make so many people happy and save their partners a ton. where are some places we can save on things we think about like flowers and candy and other gifts? >> for roses, stick to the local florists or warehouse stores because you're going to score a better deal. there was a study from cheapism.com that showed the average price of roses in new york and california was $50 compared to 60 to 85 at the major online flower retailers and you score a better deal at local places.