Mortgage rates drop to the lowest level since September: Freddie Mac
The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to 6.15% for the week ending Jan. 19, according to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
Google cutting 12,000 jobs as tech industry layoffs widen
Google has become the latest tech company to trim staff after rapid expansions during the COVID-19 pandemic have worn off.
Your little do-it-yourselfer can have a birthday party at Lowe's
Lowe’s is now booking in-store birthday party packages for kids ages 5 and up at select locations across the U.S., complete with DIY projects and pizza.
Hip hop artist Flo Rida awarded $82.6M in lawsuit against Celsius energy drinks
Flo Rida, whose real name is Tramar Dillard, sued Celsius Holdings Inc. after claiming the company breached a contract with him and then tried to hide money.
Houston business owners asking for help to address crime concerns
"I have been burglarized 15 times in the last year," a Houston business owner said while addressing Houston City Council.
Gas prices rise in tandem with oil even as demand drops: AAA
The national average cost for a gallon of gas rose to $3.32, four cents more than last week and 17 cents more than a month ago.
Good news: Today’s mortgage rates fall across all terms | Jan. 18, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 18, 2023, which are trending down from yesterday.
Microsoft cuts 10,000 jobs, about 5% of global workforce
Microsoft is cutting 10,000 workers, almost 5% of its workforce, joining other tech companies that have scaled back their pandemic-era expansions.
Starbucks to offer nationwide DoorDash delivery by March
Starbucks said delivery represents a “significant growth opportunity” for the coffee giant as more people shift to remote work with less in-person ordering.
Decade-high credit card, personal loan delinquency rates coming in 2023: TransUnion
TransUnion forecasted serious credit card and personal loan delinquencies will rise end of 2023. Here's how you can pay down debt.
United Airlines opens expanded training facility at Bush IAH to handle expected growth
As busy airports and airlines try to accommodate the growing demand for air travel, United Airlines is betting heavily on Houston with a $32 million training center for flight attendants.
Amazon begins cutting 18,000 workers in its biggest layoffs ever
Amazon's layoffs are just a fraction of its 1.5M global workforce.
Social Security benefits can be taken to pay student loans in default
Up to 15% of a person’s Social Security benefits can be garnished to pay student loans in default.
Today’s best mortgage deal? Look to 15-year rates for greater interest savings | Jan. 17, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 17, 2023, which are up from last Friday.
Texas ranked 3rd best state to start a business, according to study
Calling all entrepreneurs, if you're looking to start a business, Texas is one of the best places to start it!
Many smaller businesses plan to ramp up hiring in 2023, survey finds
The survey found that 84% of smaller business leaders said they’re also increasing compensation, while others are offering hiring bonuses, more flexible hours, and remote work options.
Here's what is open and closed on MLK Day 2023
The U.S. is marking Martin Luther King Jr.‘s birthday on Monday, Jan. 16. The federal holiday means government agencies and many banks will be closed.
Inflation drops in December – will the Fed slow interest rate hikes in 2023?
Inflation eased in December, but interest rates are likely to increase a few more times in 2023. However, the rate of increase could slow, one Fed official says. Here's what it means for you.
Today’s 20-year mortgage rates remain best opportunity for interest savings | Jan. 13, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 13, 2023, which are up from yesterday.
Biden proposes new student loan repayment plan: Here’s how much borrowers will save
The Department of Education's new student loan repayment plan would offer $0 monthly payments for any individual borrower who makes less than roughly $30,600 annually and any borrower in a family of four who makes less than about $62,400.