BBB issues warning about scams ahead of tax season: Here's what to know
The IRS generally doesn't initiate contact via phone, text or social media to demand immediate payment.
The IRS generally doesn't initiate contact via phone, text or social media to demand immediate payment.
U.S. tariffs mostly paid by American importers and consumers, report suggests
A new report suggests U.S. tariffs are mostly paid by American importers and consumers.
A new report suggests U.S. tariffs are mostly paid by American importers and consumers.
What is the "forever layoff"? The red flags to watch for
A new workplace trend is also becoming the new normal. It's called the "forever layoff". Here's what it is and what to watch out for.
A new workplace trend is also becoming the new normal. It's called the "forever layoff". Here's what it is and what to watch out for.
Hassett reveals Trump housing plan would let Americans tap 401(k)s for down payments
White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett teased a new way Americans may tap their 401(k)s to make a down payment on a house.
White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett teased a new way Americans may tap their 401(k)s to make a down payment on a house.
New IRS tax deductions: Why your paycheck could be higher
Are you seeing a different amount than you were expecting in your first paycheck of 2026? Here’s a look at the new IRS tax deductions.
Are you seeing a different amount than you were expecting in your first paycheck of 2026? Here’s a look at the new IRS tax deductions.
Student loans: Trump administration delays plan to withhold pay for borrowers in default
An announcement from the Education Department on Friday said involuntary collections on federal student loans will remain on hold as the agency finalizes new repayment plans.
An announcement from the Education Department on Friday said involuntary collections on federal student loans will remain on hold as the agency finalizes new repayment plans.
Trump's supporters offer mixed reviews of president in latest poll
A new poll shows that nearly a year into President Donald Trump’s second term, some Republicans express less favorable views of his performance on several key issues.
A new poll shows that nearly a year into President Donald Trump’s second term, some Republicans express less favorable views of his performance on several key issues.
These jobs will be in highest demand as 2026 job market stays highly competitive
A recent report found that overall, jobs in healthcare continue to have the strongest hiring outlook with the most in-demand roles being registered nurses, physical therapists, respiratory therapists and many more.
A recent report found that overall, jobs in healthcare continue to have the strongest hiring outlook with the most in-demand roles being registered nurses, physical therapists, respiratory therapists and many more.
Which states have the most debt collection accounts? New rankings revealed
WalletHub collected data from the end of 2025 and ranked the states with the most and least debt collection accounts.
WalletHub collected data from the end of 2025 and ranked the states with the most and least debt collection accounts.
One year in: Poll reveals how Americans feel about Trump's return to White House
As President Donald Trump marks a full year of his second term, his approval ratings are shifting. From the economy to foreign policy, a new poll reveals what’s driving public opinion on his performance.
As President Donald Trump marks a full year of his second term, his approval ratings are shifting. From the economy to foreign policy, a new poll reveals what’s driving public opinion on his performance.
National Flood Insurance Program set to expire
Temporary funding for the National Flood Insurance Program runs out January 30 unless Congress votes to extend it. Meanwhile, Project 2025 has called for privatizing all flood insurance to cut government costs. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talked with Matt Brannon with Insurify about his new report on how this could impact homeowners and flood insurance rates.
Temporary funding for the National Flood Insurance Program runs out January 30 unless Congress votes to extend it. Meanwhile, Project 2025 has called for privatizing all flood insurance to cut government costs. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talked with Matt Brannon with Insurify about his new report on how this could impact homeowners and flood insurance rates.
Keeping your A/C running safely
Now that the cold temperatures are back, you may be turning your heater back on. Poorly maintained HVAC systems, especially furnaces and portable heaters, are a leading cause of winter home fires. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talked with Joe Bany with John Moore Services about ways to keep your system running efficiently.
Now that the cold temperatures are back, you may be turning your heater back on. Poorly maintained HVAC systems, especially furnaces and portable heaters, are a leading cause of winter home fires. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talked with Joe Bany with John Moore Services about ways to keep your system running efficiently.
Beef prices soar as American families pay steep prices for steaks and burgers nationwide
Beef prices are surging, and American households are forking over more money for their steaks, roasts and burgers, the latest inflation data shows.
Beef prices are surging, and American households are forking over more money for their steaks, roasts and burgers, the latest inflation data shows.
Cinemark's $5 bring-your-own bucket popcorn deal returns for National Popcorn Day 2026
Cinemark and Lowe’s team up for a $5 popcorn bucket deal this Jan. 18-19. Bring any container—including a 5-gallon Lowe’s bucket—to celebrate National Popcorn Day 2026.
Cinemark and Lowe’s team up for a $5 popcorn bucket deal this Jan. 18-19. Bring any container—including a 5-gallon Lowe’s bucket—to celebrate National Popcorn Day 2026.
Geological survey in Texas uncovers 1.6 billion barrels of oil
A recent U.S. Geological Survey assessment of previously undiscovered gas and oil in Texas' Permian Basin has found that there are enough resources there to fuel the entire nation for months.
A recent U.S. Geological Survey assessment of previously undiscovered gas and oil in Texas' Permian Basin has found that there are enough resources there to fuel the entire nation for months.
Enrollment in Affordable Care Act plans down 3.5%, new federal data shows - See state by state enrollments
Fewer Americans signed up for Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance as costs increased due to expiring subsidies.
Fewer Americans signed up for Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance as costs increased due to expiring subsidies.
Pros & cons: Trump proposes 10% cap on credit car interest rates
President Trump has proposed capping credit card interest rates at 10% for a year. FOX 26 consumer reporter Heather Sullivan breaks down the pros and cons of the proposal, according to financial experts.
President Trump has proposed capping credit card interest rates at 10% for a year. FOX 26 consumer reporter Heather Sullivan breaks down the pros and cons of the proposal, according to financial experts.
Trump imposing 25% tariffs on Iran trade partners. What we know
The president announced the action on his social media platform amid escalating protests in Iran.
The president announced the action on his social media platform amid escalating protests in Iran.
Escrow payments rising nationwide with homeownership less attainable
Rising escrow payments are eating into Americans' budgets. Insurance premiums are driving costs up in several states, with 8% nationwide increase projected for 2026.
Rising escrow payments are eating into Americans' budgets. Insurance premiums are driving costs up in several states, with 8% nationwide increase projected for 2026.
December CPI inflation report: Which prices changed the most last month
Inflation in the U.S. increased in December, according to a report released Tuesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Consumers are paying more for food but gas prices have declined.
Inflation in the U.S. increased in December, according to a report released Tuesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Consumers are paying more for food but gas prices have declined.