US salaries grew more last quarter than they have in 2 decades
The Labor Department said Friday that pay increased 1.5% in the third quarter. That’s up sharply from 0.9% in the previous quarter.
The Labor Department said Friday that pay increased 1.5% in the third quarter. That’s up sharply from 0.9% in the previous quarter.
Biden announces 'historic' deal on $1.75T spending plan, asks Democrats for votes
President Joe Biden says he has reached a “historic” framework with Democrats in Congress on his sweeping, though scaled-back domestic policy plan.
President Joe Biden says he has reached a “historic” framework with Democrats in Congress on his sweeping, though scaled-back domestic policy plan.
Auto refinancing can save you money
As used car prices are up 40% over last year, refinancing the vehicle could save money. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has more.
As used car prices are up 40% over last year, refinancing the vehicle could save money. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has more.
US unemployment claims drop to pandemic low of 281,000
U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 10,000 to 281,000, the lowest since mid-March 2020.
U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 10,000 to 281,000, the lowest since mid-March 2020.
Breaking down Mattress Mack?s bet on the World Series
Houston?s favorite businessman Jim McIngvale A.K.A. Mattress Mack could receive a multi-million-dollar payday based on his bet on the World Series games. FOX 26?s Consumer Reporter breaks down the numbers.
Houston?s favorite businessman Jim McIngvale A.K.A. Mattress Mack could receive a multi-million-dollar payday based on his bet on the World Series games. FOX 26?s Consumer Reporter breaks down the numbers.
Online grocery retailers have hidden price markups, MIT study finds: How to save money on your food budget
Stocking your shelves with fresh groceries shouldn't be a financial burden. But with the rise of online grocery shopping, prices are becoming less predictable, according to a study from MIT.
Stocking your shelves with fresh groceries shouldn't be a financial burden. But with the rise of online grocery shopping, prices are becoming less predictable, according to a study from MIT.
These are the top 10 most stolen vehicles in America, report finds
Car theft is on the rise, according to a new report, and certain makes and models are being stolen at a higher rate.
Car theft is on the rise, according to a new report, and certain makes and models are being stolen at a higher rate.
Mortgage rates remain above 3%, but homeowners can still save by refinancing
Mortgage interest rates are continuing to increase, rising past 3% this week. But as rates rise, homeowners can still save through a mortgage refinance.
Mortgage interest rates are continuing to increase, rising past 3% this week. But as rates rise, homeowners can still save through a mortgage refinance.
20-year mortgage interest rates dip, emerge as today's best mortgage deal | Oct. 27, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 27, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 27, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Refinance bargain window still open: Mortgage refinance rates stick for three terms | Oct. 27, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 27, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 27, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
World Series brings potential windfall for the local economy
As the Astros begin their third World Series in five seasons, at least one estimate suggests as many as 10,000 out-of-town baseball fans, from both teams, will visit Houston for the series.
As the Astros begin their third World Series in five seasons, at least one estimate suggests as many as 10,000 out-of-town baseball fans, from both teams, will visit Houston for the series.
Spanx founder gifts employees 2 1st-class plane tickets, $10,000 following Blackstone deal
Spanx founder, Sara Blakely, gifted all of her employees two first-class tickets to anywhere in the world and $10,000 each following a major deal with Blackstone.
Spanx founder, Sara Blakely, gifted all of her employees two first-class tickets to anywhere in the world and $10,000 each following a major deal with Blackstone.
Drivers may see some relief at the pump, expert says
National average price for a gallon of regular gasoline is about $3.36
National average price for a gallon of regular gasoline is about $3.36
Study: Growing online shopping leads to billions in fraud
Retailers have always had to deal with people trying to rip them off, but with so much business turning to online transactions, it can be harder to catch the crooks in the act.
Retailers have always had to deal with people trying to rip them off, but with so much business turning to online transactions, it can be harder to catch the crooks in the act.
Thanksgiving dinner may be more expensive as holiday staples in short supply
While most will likely be able to get their hands on a turkey for Thanksgiving this year, shoppers could be shelling out more cash for it as well as other holiday staples — largely due to supply chain bottlenecks.
While most will likely be able to get their hands on a turkey for Thanksgiving this year, shoppers could be shelling out more cash for it as well as other holiday staples — largely due to supply chain bottlenecks.
Here is the average cost for auto insurance in 2021, and how to keep your costs down
See where auto insurance costs averaged highest and lowest in the U.S., and find out how to lower your premiums.
See where auto insurance costs averaged highest and lowest in the U.S., and find out how to lower your premiums.
Medical debt is the leading cause of bankruptcy, data shows: How to reduce your hospital bills
Filing for bankruptcy can discharge your medical debt, but it can leave a lasting negative impact on your creditworthiness.
Filing for bankruptcy can discharge your medical debt, but it can leave a lasting negative impact on your creditworthiness.
Despite ongoing forgiveness talks, student loan borrowers should expect payments to resume, Cardona says
Tens of millions of borrowers will soon resume student loan repayment on their federal student loan debt. Here's what you can do to avoid delinquency.
Tens of millions of borrowers will soon resume student loan repayment on their federal student loan debt. Here's what you can do to avoid delinquency.
How do high-yield savings accounts work?
High-yield savings accounts offer higher interest rates than traditional savings accounts. Learn how high-yield savings accounts work.
High-yield savings accounts offer higher interest rates than traditional savings accounts. Learn how high-yield savings accounts work.
Today's mortgage rates open week with a drop in longer terms | Oct. 25, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 25, 2021, which are mixed from last Friday.
Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 25, 2021, which are mixed from last Friday.