US home prices surged nearly 19% in October as market continues to boom

U.S. home prices surged again in October as the housing market continues to boom in the wake of last year’s coronavirus recession.

Tips to make easy gift returns

Gift returning season is on. Two out of three consumers will return something this season. And some retailers are extending their return policies.

Tips for easy Christmas gift returns
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FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on what you need to do to make sure your gift returns go smoothly.

Holiday sales climb 8.5% despite supply issues, omicron variant

Even as shoppers grappled with higher prices, product shortages and a raging new COVID-19 variant in the last few weeks of the holiday shopping season, sales rose at the fastest pace in 17 years.

How to avoid overpaying for COVID-19 testing
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Long lines at COVID test sites are leading some to pay high fees elsewhere. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has more on how you can avoid overpaying.

Omicron has many airlines warning of staff shortages, travelers rethinking plans

The uptick in COVID-19 cases is forcing many travelers and major airlines to rethink their plans. Delta Air Lines, for example, is warning of major flight disruptions.

Omicron has many airlines warning of staff shortages, travelers rethinking plans
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The uptick in COVID-19 cases is forcing many travelers and major airlines to rethink their plans. Delta Air Lines, for example, is warning of major flight disruptions.

How to avoid overpaying for COVID-19 testing

Long lines at COVID test sites are leading some to pay high fees elsewhere.

Digital Detox: When to clean out your smartphone

Houston tech expert Beth Guide, of verticalweb.com, says there's no better time to get rid of stuff you're not using, or don't need.

FEMA funeral coverage going unused by families

FEMA data shows more than half of eligible families have not applied for COVID funeral coverage.

Houston entrepreneur offers guidance to those looking to strike out on their own

You may have heard about the Great Resignation, as millions of people have decided to leave their jobs and start over with something new, For many, that path means starting their own business.

Houston-based insurer loses BBB accreditation after complaints

American Risk Insurance, based in Houston, was stripped of its Better Business Bureau Accreditation in July 2021 after complaints from customers.