Good news: Private student loan interest rates tumble for 5- and 10-year loans
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Debt or disappointment? Tips for parents shopping amid inflation
Parents are facing a predicament this holiday season. With record-high inflation, they have a choice -- debt or disappointment. Bobbi Rebell, personal finance expert with Tally, shares some advice.
Parents are facing a predicament this holiday season. With record-high inflation, they have a choice -- debt or disappointment. Bobbi Rebell, personal finance expert with Tally, shares some advice.
IRS raises 2023 retirement savings cap
The IRS just upped next year's retirement savings cap, giving more power to employees to save more money. Richard Rosso, director of financial planning at RIA Advisors, explains how to take better advantage of the increase.
The IRS just upped next year's retirement savings cap, giving more power to employees to save more money. Richard Rosso, director of financial planning at RIA Advisors, explains how to take better advantage of the increase.
Texas mother shares secrets to making $5 dinners every night
As inflation has driven up food prices by 10% this year, Erin Chase, author of 5 Dollar Dinners shares her secrets to saving on groceries.
As inflation has driven up food prices by 10% this year, Erin Chase, author of 5 Dollar Dinners shares her secrets to saving on groceries.
Amazon plans to lay off 10,000 employees: report
Amazon reportedly plans to lay off 10,000 corporate and technology employees as soon as this week. The move would mark the largest job cut in Amazon's history.
Amazon reportedly plans to lay off 10,000 corporate and technology employees as soon as this week. The move would mark the largest job cut in Amazon's history.
FTX bankruptcy filing: What's happening at the crypto exchange?
FTX is struggling to account for money that went missing hours after it filed for bankruptcy. Billions of dollars are unaccounted for right now.
FTX is struggling to account for money that went missing hours after it filed for bankruptcy. Billions of dollars are unaccounted for right now.
Inflation slowdown? Not in some cities, where consumer prices still top 12%
One city, in particular, is seeing the highest inflation rate in the country, still above 12%.
One city, in particular, is seeing the highest inflation rate in the country, still above 12%.
Now that a federal court has blocked Biden's student loan plan, what happens now?
President Joe Biden’s plan to provide millions of borrowers with up to $20,000 apiece in federal student-loan forgiveness has been blocked by a second federal court, leaving millions of borrowers wondering if they’ll get debt relief at all.
President Joe Biden’s plan to provide millions of borrowers with up to $20,000 apiece in federal student-loan forgiveness has been blocked by a second federal court, leaving millions of borrowers wondering if they’ll get debt relief at all.
EXPLAINER: Where does the student loan debt plan stand?
President Joe Biden’s plan to provide millions of borrowers with up to $20,000 apiece in federal student-loan forgiveness has been blocked by a second federal court, leaving millions of borrowers to wonder if they’ll get debt relief at all. Here’s where things currently stand.
President Joe Biden’s plan to provide millions of borrowers with up to $20,000 apiece in federal student-loan forgiveness has been blocked by a second federal court, leaving millions of borrowers to wonder if they’ll get debt relief at all. Here’s where things currently stand.
FTX cryptocurrency exchange files for bankruptcy
Embattled cryptocurrency exchange FTX, short billions of dollars, is seeking bankruptcy protection following its collapse this week.
Embattled cryptocurrency exchange FTX, short billions of dollars, is seeking bankruptcy protection following its collapse this week.
Inflation eased in October, but when will consumers notice a difference?
Inflation eased a little bit in October, but not enough for consumers to notice it. Even a slight decline is a good sign for consumers in the future. Professor Dietrich Von Biedenfeld from the University of Houston-Downtown explains what is happening with inflation.
Inflation eased a little bit in October, but not enough for consumers to notice it. Even a slight decline is a good sign for consumers in the future. Professor Dietrich Von Biedenfeld from the University of Houston-Downtown explains what is happening with inflation.
Biden’s student loan forgiveness program struck down by Texas federal judge
President Joe Biden’s plan, announced in August, would cancel $10,000 in student loan debt for those making less than $125,000 or households with less than $250,000 in income.
President Joe Biden’s plan, announced in August, would cancel $10,000 in student loan debt for those making less than $125,000 or households with less than $250,000 in income.
US consumer inflation slowed to 7.7% in October
Consumer inflation reached 7.7% in October from a year earlier and 0.4% from September, the Labor Department said Thursday.
Consumer inflation reached 7.7% in October from a year earlier and 0.4% from September, the Labor Department said Thursday.
FTC warns donors to watch out for veterans' charity scams
Veteran's Day is Friday and FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares some Smart Sense on how to ensure donations to veterans' charities go to help the military.
Veteran's Day is Friday and FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares some Smart Sense on how to ensure donations to veterans' charities go to help the military.
Where to find Thanksgiving Dinner Deals amid high inflation
Some grocery stores are offering Thanksgiving dinner deals. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares more.
Some grocery stores are offering Thanksgiving dinner deals. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares more.
How residents can navigate grocery shopping amid high inflation
With inflation top of voters? minds on Election Day, some recent price comparisons reveal which grocery stores can save you the most money.
With inflation top of voters? minds on Election Day, some recent price comparisons reveal which grocery stores can save you the most money.
$1 million winning Powerball ticket sold at Houston convenience store
A ticket sold at a Houston convenience store won a $1 million prize in the record-breaking Powerball jackpot drawing that was scheduled for Monday night.
A ticket sold at a Houston convenience store won a $1 million prize in the record-breaking Powerball jackpot drawing that was scheduled for Monday night.
Powerball: Here are the winning numbers in $2.04 billion jackpot after delay
Hours after the originally-scheduled Powerball jackpot drawing on Monday night, the winning numbers have finally been shared. Did you win?
Hours after the originally-scheduled Powerball jackpot drawing on Monday night, the winning numbers have finally been shared. Did you win?
Analysts warn of political scams in robocalls, texts, what you need to know
Is your phone ringing off the hook with political robocalls? Or getting lots of Text messages? FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan says it?s about to get worse and some of them are just looking to scam you.
Is your phone ringing off the hook with political robocalls? Or getting lots of Text messages? FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan says it?s about to get worse and some of them are just looking to scam you.
Fly now, pay later: Here’s how you can book a flight but pay for it next year
With air travel demand rising, one California-based company lets customers book a flight without paying for their ticket upfront.
With air travel demand rising, one California-based company lets customers book a flight without paying for their ticket upfront.