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.
Texas voters worried about health care costs as midterm primary approaches
The cost of health care is top of mind for Texas voters as they prepare to head to the polls during the consequential midterm election this year.
The cost of health care is top of mind for Texas voters as they prepare to head to the polls during the consequential midterm election this year.
Texas proposes massive fee hikes for hemp retailers, manufacturers as part of new rules
Texas health officials are moving to drastically increase the cost of doing business for the state's hemp industry, proposing new rules that would see registration and licensing fees skyrocket by as much as 10,0000% for some businesses.
Texas health officials are moving to drastically increase the cost of doing business for the state's hemp industry, proposing new rules that would see registration and licensing fees skyrocket by as much as 10,0000% for some businesses.
IRS “Get Ready" website provides guidance to help taxpayers prepare their income tax return
As you get ready to file your 2025 federal income tax returns, the IRS “Get Ready" website has tips for taxpayers to file accurately and avoid delays.
As you get ready to file your 2025 federal income tax returns, the IRS “Get Ready" website has tips for taxpayers to file accurately and avoid delays.
Federal Reserve Chair Powell under criminal investigation over HQ renovation, report
The U.S. attorney’s office in Washington, D.C., has launched a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell over the $2.5 billion renovation of the Fed’s headquarters.
The U.S. attorney’s office in Washington, D.C., has launched a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell over the $2.5 billion renovation of the Fed’s headquarters.
Trump wants credit card interest capped
President Trump says he wants a one-year, 10% cap on credit card interest rates.
President Trump says he wants a one-year, 10% cap on credit card interest rates.
December jobs report: 50,000 jobs added, capping off slow 2025
The U.S. economy added just 50,000 jobs in December, capping off the worst year for hiring since the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's what we know.
The U.S. economy added just 50,000 jobs in December, capping off the worst year for hiring since the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's what we know.
Hyatt Hotels to pay $1.25M to settle lawsuit
Hyatt Hotels will have to pay $1.25 million to settle a lawsuit over charging "junk fees." The AG accused Hyatt of hiding these fees in customer bills and violating Texas consumer protection laws. Heather Sullivan explains more.
Hyatt Hotels will have to pay $1.25 million to settle a lawsuit over charging "junk fees." The AG accused Hyatt of hiding these fees in customer bills and violating Texas consumer protection laws. Heather Sullivan explains more.
Credit scores are down in all 50 states: Here's where they dropped the most
Credit scores have dropped in all 50 states over the past year.
Credit scores have dropped in all 50 states over the past year.
Year-round Veteran and military discounts - See where those eligible can save
When it comes to offering discounts for Veterans and current military members, there are numerous companies and restaurants that offer year-round savings.
When it comes to offering discounts for Veterans and current military members, there are numerous companies and restaurants that offer year-round savings.
Texas labor force hits record high in 2025 with over 146,000 jobs gained
According to a November 2025 report by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Texas economy set new records for the number of Texans working and the size of the Texas labor force.
According to a November 2025 report by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Texas economy set new records for the number of Texans working and the size of the Texas labor force.
Utility assistance program resources
There are many people who may need help with paying their utility bills due to financial struggles. BakerRipley says they had to close the portal for their utility bill assistance applications due to reaching maximum capacity in one day. Heather Sullivan shares other resources for help with your bills.
There are many people who may need help with paying their utility bills due to financial struggles. BakerRipley says they had to close the portal for their utility bill assistance applications due to reaching maximum capacity in one day. Heather Sullivan shares other resources for help with your bills.
Social Security full retirement age change for 2026: What you need to know
The new year brings a big change for Social Security when it comes to claiming benefits. Starting in 2026, the Social Security Administration has made changes to the full retirement age (FRA).
The new year brings a big change for Social Security when it comes to claiming benefits. Starting in 2026, the Social Security Administration has made changes to the full retirement age (FRA).
Helping people with special needs, disabilities find jobs
People with special needs and their families can often feel limited when it comes to finding jobs or employers ready to hire them. A local staffing company called Helping Heroes Staffing launched last year to help, and is looking to help 100 more people with special needs find jobs this year.
People with special needs and their families can often feel limited when it comes to finding jobs or employers ready to hire them. A local staffing company called Helping Heroes Staffing launched last year to help, and is looking to help 100 more people with special needs find jobs this year.
Here are the top cities to find a job in 2026, data says
Looking for a fresh start in 2026? A new study has revealed the best U.S. cities for jobs.
Looking for a fresh start in 2026? A new study has revealed the best U.S. cities for jobs.
2026 tax brackets vs. 2025: Here’s what’s changed, other things to know
Your paycheck could stretch further in 2026 as the IRS raised tax brackets and deductions under Trump’s “big beautiful bill." Here’s what changes.
Your paycheck could stretch further in 2026 as the IRS raised tax brackets and deductions under Trump’s “big beautiful bill." Here’s what changes.
Saving for a down payment still a barrier for people looking to buy a home, Realtor.com says
An analysis by Realtor.com is forecasting homeownership in 2026 to be more affordable as mortgage rates decline. But saving for a down payment is still a barrier for many people looking to buy a home.
An analysis by Realtor.com is forecasting homeownership in 2026 to be more affordable as mortgage rates decline. But saving for a down payment is still a barrier for many people looking to buy a home.
Affordable Care Act subsidies expire, millions of Americans now faced with steep health insurance hikes
The Enhanced tax credits that have helped millions of Americans offset the cost of the Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired as 2025 came to a close.
The Enhanced tax credits that have helped millions of Americans offset the cost of the Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired as 2025 came to a close.
These states are increasing the minimum wage in 2026
Significant wage hikes kick in Jan. 1 for millions of workers across these states. See if your area made the list.
Significant wage hikes kick in Jan. 1 for millions of workers across these states. See if your area made the list.