New study compares the financial impact of a Trump or Biden presidency

For those still weighing their options before casting a ballot in this year's presidential election, a new WalletHub study looks at how a Donald Trump, or Joe Biden victory might affect their finances.

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FOX 26's Tom Zizka has more on a study showing what the financial impact of a Trump or Biden presidency.

More unemployed people starting businesses, becoming independent contractors

Applications for employer identification numbers required to start businesses surpassed 3.2 million this year. That's up from 2.7 million from this time last year, according to the Census Bureau.

Houston Modern Home Tour using modern tech to go virtual

The Modern Home Tour in Houston is shifting from walkthrough to virtual this year to maintain social distancing and will reach a nationwide audience. Tour Goers can not only see the most modern technology in homes, they will use modern technology to view it.

Chipotle now charges extra for tortilla on the side

The restaurant chain seems to have caught on to the fan-favorite hack, which means no more free extra tortillas on the side.

Burger King offering free Whoppers to people who pass competitors' abandoned restaurants: 'Scary places'

In the spirit of Halloween, Burger King is trolling the competition by offering free Whoppers to anyone who dares to drive by a select number of abandoned fast-food restaurants once operated by unnamed rival chains.

Costco begins selling at-home COVID-19 test kits

The PCR saliva kits can be used at home and don't involve "painful nasal swabs," according to the description on Costco's website.

Chick-fil-A sauces to be sold in stores across U.S. in 2021

Chick-fil-A has announced that its signature sauces will hit some retailers in select states with a nationwide roll out planned for 2021.

Einstein Bagels to release 'Party Bagels,' which are actually just doughnuts

What do you get when you cross a doughnut with a whoopie pie? Well, if you’re Einstein Bros. Bagels, apparently you get a “Party Bagel."

FTC reports surge of social media scams amid COVID-19 pandemic

According to the Federal Trade Commission, there has been a spike in complaints about social media scams, especially on Facebook and Instagram.

Southwest Airlines will stop blocking middle seats in December

Middle seats will once again be filled on flights beginning a week after Thanksgiving, and just ahead of the rest of the travel season, Southwest Airlines confirmed.

More people making money renting out their cars

More people are making money using their car, but not by becoming an Uber or Lyft driver. They're renting out their cars when they travel or not using it.