Texas homeowners must now verify homestead exemptions every 5 years — or risk losing it
If you get a letter from your appraisal district asking you to verify your homestead exemption, don't ignore it. Those who don't respond could end up losing their exemption and paying more in taxes. Here's what you need to do.
If you get a letter from your appraisal district asking you to verify your homestead exemption, don't ignore it. Those who don't respond could end up losing their exemption and paying more in taxes. Here's what you need to do.
Housing affordability improved in half of the largest US markets last year; see the list
Home affordability slightly improved in 2024, with Texas metros seeing the most gains.
Home affordability slightly improved in 2024, with Texas metros seeing the most gains.
Popular First Aid Beauty moisturizer recalled
First Aid Beauty issued a voluntary recall of its popular Ultra Repair Cream Coconut Vanilla.
First Aid Beauty issued a voluntary recall of its popular Ultra Repair Cream Coconut Vanilla.
Ford recalls over 270,000 vehicles over battery concern, NHTSA says
The recall covers certain 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles and 2022-2023 Maverick pickup trucks.
The recall covers certain 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles and 2022-2023 Maverick pickup trucks.
Nearly 64,000 Jeeps recalled because they could lose power
The recall covers 2017-2019 Jeep Cherokee models and here’s what you need to know.
The recall covers 2017-2019 Jeep Cherokee models and here’s what you need to know.
How to avoid auto insurance claim denials
If your car was damaged driving on the ice this week during the winter storm, you may need to file an insurance claim. Texas has one of the highest rates of denied auto insurance claims in the country, according to a new study, and FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has you covered on how to avoid claim denials.
If your car was damaged driving on the ice this week during the winter storm, you may need to file an insurance claim. Texas has one of the highest rates of denied auto insurance claims in the country, according to a new study, and FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has you covered on how to avoid claim denials.
Tips to file insurance claim after ice storm
Hundreds of crashes occurred due to the winter storm from icy roads. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan offers advice to filing insurance claims and spoke to Richard Johnson from Insurance Council of Texas on how you can make sure those claims are covered.
Hundreds of crashes occurred due to the winter storm from icy roads. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan offers advice to filing insurance claims and spoke to Richard Johnson from Insurance Council of Texas on how you can make sure those claims are covered.
Egg prices rose nearly 37 percent in 12 months; here's why
Egg prices are up nearly 37 percent, as the highly contagious bird flu devastates U.S. flocks. Here's what to know.
Egg prices are up nearly 37 percent, as the highly contagious bird flu devastates U.S. flocks. Here's what to know.
How extreme weather, high home prices could affect the 2025 housing market
The U.S. housing market has been hit hard by extreme weather at the start of the new year, in addition to the rising cost of homes.
The U.S. housing market has been hit hard by extreme weather at the start of the new year, in addition to the rising cost of homes.
Victims of credit repair scheme to get $5 million in refunds: What to know
The FTC is sending more than $5 million in refunds to victims of a “deceptive" credit card debt relief scheme. Here's what to know.
The FTC is sending more than $5 million in refunds to victims of a “deceptive" credit card debt relief scheme. Here's what to know.
Kia recalls late model Sorentos over possible headlight, taillight issue
The car manufacturer recalled more than 70,000 vehicles due to a software problem related to the lights.
The car manufacturer recalled more than 70,000 vehicles due to a software problem related to the lights.
Houston weather: Kroger changes store hours due to inclement weather
Due to inclement weather, Kroger has announced all stores in the Houston area will close early on Tuesday and reopen later on Wednesday.
Due to inclement weather, Kroger has announced all stores in the Houston area will close early on Tuesday and reopen later on Wednesday.
Space heaters sold on Amazon recalled over risk of electric shock, fire
Nearly 8,000 space heaters have been recalled in the U.S. because they pose electric shock and fire hazards, officials said. Here's what to know.
Nearly 8,000 space heaters have been recalled in the U.S. because they pose electric shock and fire hazards, officials said. Here's what to know.
Costco Teamsters vote to authorize strike
Monday marks 'final week of negotiations' with Costco, Teamsters says.
Monday marks 'final week of negotiations' with Costco, Teamsters says.
Costco members have a 2025 wish list of improvements they'd like to see
Costco members on social media have highlighted some things about the warehouse retailer that they believe could be improved.
Costco members on social media have highlighted some things about the warehouse retailer that they believe could be improved.
Texas, Florida dethroned as top moving destinations, U-Haul data says
South Carolina leads U-Haul's 2024 Growth Index, ending Texas and Florida’s dominance as the top moving destinations.
South Carolina leads U-Haul's 2024 Growth Index, ending Texas and Florida’s dominance as the top moving destinations.
Can living on a cruise ship save you money?
Ever been on a cruise and thought "I could live here?" More people are doing just that, living on cruise ships, traveling the world, and in some cases spending less money than they would be living on land.
Ever been on a cruise and thought "I could live here?" More people are doing just that, living on cruise ships, traveling the world, and in some cases spending less money than they would be living on land.
Cash App parent company to pay up to $120 million to fraud victims, feds say
The parent company of Cash App has been ordered to pay up to $120 million to fraud victims, in addition to a $55 million penalty. Here's what to know.
The parent company of Cash App has been ordered to pay up to $120 million to fraud victims, in addition to a $55 million penalty. Here's what to know.
Over 43,000 printers recalled after reports of fire, overheating
More than 43,000 Lexmark specialty printers have been recalled in the U.S. because a metal part inside can dislodge and pose a fire risk. Here's what to know.
More than 43,000 Lexmark specialty printers have been recalled in the U.S. because a metal part inside can dislodge and pose a fire risk. Here's what to know.
Zyn nicotine pouches get FDA approval
FDA authorizes Zyn nicotine pouches, citing public health benefits for adult smokers, despite concerns over flavored products' appeal to teens.
FDA authorizes Zyn nicotine pouches, citing public health benefits for adult smokers, despite concerns over flavored products' appeal to teens.