40,000 federal student loan borrowers will receive loan forgiveness
A report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) highlights errors in recording payments that would qualify borrowers for loan forgiveness.
40,000 federal student loan borrowers will receive loan forgiveness
A report by the Government Accountability Office highlights errors in recording payments that would qualify borrowers for loan forgiveness.
Explainer: How cryptocurrencies work — and how they don't
For all the buzz around cryptocurrencies, relatively few are well versed in them. Here’s a look at what they are, how they work, and their pitfalls and potential.
Thousands may have student debt that should have been forgiven, report finds
A new federal report finds that record-keeping failures by the Education Department may have left thousands of Americans stuck with student debt that should have been forgiven.
What appraisers look for: Home improvements that pay off
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares important information for anyone trying to sell a house and what you need to know about getting a home appraised so you can get the most money possible.
Biden administration’s new student loan forgiveness steps could impact 4M borrowers
Student loan debt forgiveness could be getting closer. The U.S. Department of Education announced on Tuesday it is working to implement steps for nearly 4 million federal borrowers to reach loan forgiveness.
Fuel prices: How they impact the 2022 boating season
Over the past two years, demand for boat slips has 'gone up considerably.'
US long-term mortgage rates rise; 30-year loan reaches 5%
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates continued to climb this week as the key 30-year loan rate reached 5% for the first time in more than a decade amid persistent high inflation.
Inflation woes: These price increases are hitting Americans the hardest
The highest level of inflation in over 40 years is hitting Americans hardest in areas where it’s difficult to make cuts.
Loopholes in No Surprises Act can leave some patients with high bills
Some patients are still getting unexpected medical bills due to loopholes in the No Surprises Act.
State of Black America being called "grim," according to National Urban League
The report says the average Black household income is less than $44,000 a year, compared to just under $70,000 for Whites.
Baby formula shortage: Stores limit sales as major brands sell out nationwide
As of mid-March, about 29 percent of popular baby formula brands were sold out across the U.S., according to one analysis.
Will lifting E15 gasoline tax actually save you money?
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense about the gasoline tax following President Biden's announcement to lift the E15 gasoline tax.
Home title theft costs buyers thousands
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense after one man was sentenced to 40 years behind bars for title theft.
Ways to boost your credit score
Mortgage interest rates rising faster now than at any time in the past decade. The best way to stay ahead of aggressive rate hikes is to boost your credit score.Credible.com Personal Finance Expert Dan Roccato spoke to our Heather Sullivan and shared some tips on how to do just that.
Looking to buy a new car or truck? Check out these tips to save money
Are you looking to do some car shopping? New and used car prices are still stuck in high gear amid the ongoing chip shortage.
Walmart offering new truckers starting salary of up to $110,000
Walmart truck drivers could previously make an average of $87,500 in their first year
Federal funding for free COVID-19 testing, treatments to uninsured has ended
Concerns are raised for people suffering or spreading from COVID-19 and FOX 26 Consumer Reporter has some smart sense on where you can still find testing and treatment.
Biden ‘has not ruled out’ canceling student loan debts, White House says
Press Secretary Jen Psaki made the comment the same day the Biden administration announced plans to freeze federal student loan payments through Aug. 31
More charges filed against Houston ISD officials in alleged bribery scheme
As the case against several Houston ISD officials involved in a bribery scheme continues, we've learned new tax charges have been filed.