Teens under 18 buying and selling stocks?
Teens under 18 can now buy and sell stocks - thanks to Fidelity and its newly launched youth investing accounts. How does it work and is it a good idea? We bring in Danny Ratliff, Financial Advisor with RIA Advisors to help us break it down.
What to look out for before you go 'revenge shopping'
A lot of people are looking to seek justice for the year the pandemic stole by 'revenge traveling and now, 'revenge shopping.' We speak to Financial Coach and Author Charlotte Stallings to help advise you before you go out and spend because you can.
$515M: Mega Millions jackpot is 9th-largest in game’s history
The top prize, worth an estimated $515 million, will go to the lucky person who can match the numbers on all five white balls and the gold Mega Ball.
Federal funds rate about to rise: When and how mortgages, other loans will be impacted
Economists say interest rates are about to go up, but when? Recent talk from the Federal Reserve may hold the answer.
Vaccinated Americans can now travel to parts of Europe — what to know and how to pay for it
Most of Europe will allow vaccinated Americans to travel without restrictions, paving the way for international travel this summer.
Is water damage covered by my homeowners insurance policy?
Homeowners insurance usually covers water damage, but not always. Here's what you need to know about when your damage may be covered.
Home appraisals: Everything you need to know
Make sure you know what to expect when going through an appraisal.
Today’s 15-year mortgage rates reign at 2.125% for seven straight days | May 20, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for May 20, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
US achieves another pandemic low with 444,000 new unemployment claims
The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid fell last week to 444,000, a new pandemic low and a sign that the job market keeps strengthening as consumers spend freely again, viral infections drop and business restrictions ease.
Mayor, Fire Chief announce proposed pay raise for Houston firefighters
Mayor Sylvester Turner today proposed increasing the salaries of Houston firefighters by 18 percent over three years. The pay increase would begin July 1, 2021, with firefighters receiving a six percent raise every year for three years. Fox 26's Greg Groogan has more.
5 of the best mortgage lenders for 2021
With real estate booming, it’s important to choose a lender with a reputation for good service. Here are some of the best mortgage lenders to consider.
Refinancing student loans? Here’s the credit score you’ll need
If you're considering a student loan refinance, here's the credit score you'll need, and some more details about refinancing requirements.
When buying a house, should you consider making a large down payment?
Buying a house? Your financial situation and your goals determine when a larger down payment makes sense and when it doesn’t.
How to tell it’s time to close your savings account and open a new one
Thinking about closing your savings account? Here are a few good reasons to close your current account and open a new one.
Bitcoin, Ethereum, Doge suffer as cryptocurrency market plummets Wednesday morning
The cryptocurrency market suffered major losses early Wednesday as prices tumbled among major coins.
Bank of America to raise minimum hourly wage to $25 by 2025
Bank of America employees making less than $25 an hour can expect a pay raise in the next four years.
Study finds surprising factor when calculating car insurance -- and other factors to be aware of
Find out the surprising factors that determine how much you pay for insurance, and what else you should know on Credible.
5 ways to pay down your car loan and save money
Most Americans need to take out a car loan, but you don’t want to pay too much interest. Learn five ways to pay off your car loan faster.
School districts battling low enrollment next year face job cuts
Districts are ensuring parents school buildings are safe for their kids to return next school year amid low student enrollment.
5 smart ways to consolidate credit card debt – and 5 you should never do
Consolidating high-interest credit card debt with a lower-interest credit product could help you wipe out the debt faster and pay less interest.