Where's my refund? How to track your IRS tax return
It’s officially tax season, and Americans can start checking the status of their refunds within 24 hours after an e-filed return is received.
It’s officially tax season, and Americans can start checking the status of their refunds within 24 hours after an e-filed return is received.
'Buy Nothing' trend brings rising popularity to gift economy
The Buy Nothing Project was made for people to exchange goods between one another instead of buying new products themselves.
The Buy Nothing Project was made for people to exchange goods between one another instead of buying new products themselves.
US tariffs on Canada and Mexico begin Saturday—what it means for gas prices
President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico begin Saturday, but he hasn’t decided whether to include oil imports— a move that could affect gas prices despite his pledge to cut energy costs.
President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico begin Saturday, but he hasn’t decided whether to include oil imports— a move that could affect gas prices despite his pledge to cut energy costs.
Fed declines to lower interest rate, ending 3-cut run
The Fed declined Wednesday to lower the interest rate in a move that ends a three-cut run and goes against the direction of President Trump.
The Fed declined Wednesday to lower the interest rate in a move that ends a three-cut run and goes against the direction of President Trump.
Beware of Texas toll text message scam
Perhaps you received a text message telling you money is owed for a toll, but those messages are scam. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan has more information on the recent Texas toll scam.
Perhaps you received a text message telling you money is owed for a toll, but those messages are scam. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan has more information on the recent Texas toll scam.
City of Houston response to federal funding freeze
The City of Houston released a statement saying they were reviewing Trump Administration executive orders to see the impact it would have on the City of Houston.
The City of Houston released a statement saying they were reviewing Trump Administration executive orders to see the impact it would have on the City of Houston.
More Americans making minimum credit card payments
The number of people making minimum payments on their credit cards is the highest its been since 2012. Charlotte Stallings, a financial coach and author, shares her advice to break the pattern.
The number of people making minimum payments on their credit cards is the highest its been since 2012. Charlotte Stallings, a financial coach and author, shares her advice to break the pattern.
Have you committed financial infidelity? You're not alone
Forty percent of U.S. adults who are in committed relationships admitted to committing some form of financial infidelity against their significant other, according to a recent survey.
Forty percent of U.S. adults who are in committed relationships admitted to committing some form of financial infidelity against their significant other, according to a recent survey.
How much does a relationship cost? Study reveals the price of love
A recent study reveals how much Americans spend on relationships, from date nights to gifts, and the financial dynamics between partners.
A recent study reveals how much Americans spend on relationships, from date nights to gifts, and the financial dynamics between partners.
New rule bans medical debt from credit reports
Medical debt is a tough burden for people and hurts credit scores, but a new rule is removing that debt form credit reports. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan spoke with Paul Oster with Better Qualified who shares more on the CFPB's new rule banning medical debt from credit reports.
Medical debt is a tough burden for people and hurts credit scores, but a new rule is removing that debt form credit reports. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan spoke with Paul Oster with Better Qualified who shares more on the CFPB's new rule banning medical debt from credit reports.
FEMA generator aid delayed for Hurricane Beryl
Did you have to buy to rent a generator after Hurricane Beryl? FEMA announced they would reimburse residents for those costs, but FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan spoke with those who are still waiting six months later.
Did you have to buy to rent a generator after Hurricane Beryl? FEMA announced they would reimburse residents for those costs, but FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan spoke with those who are still waiting six months later.
2024 tax filing: How to Direct File, 1099-K reportings, and other things to know
Here are key dates and important things to know about this year’s tax filing season.
Here are key dates and important things to know about this year’s tax filing season.
Could you handle a $1,000 emergency expense? Report says most Americans can't
A Bankrate survey reveals most Americans struggle to afford a $1,000 emergency expense, highlighting the financial strain caused by inflation and high interest rates.
A Bankrate survey reveals most Americans struggle to afford a $1,000 emergency expense, highlighting the financial strain caused by inflation and high interest rates.
How to avoid auto insurance claim denials
If your car was damaged driving on the ice this week during the winter storm, you may need to file an insurance claim. Texas has one of the highest rates of denied auto insurance claims in the country, according to a new study, and FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has you covered on how to avoid claim denials.
If your car was damaged driving on the ice this week during the winter storm, you may need to file an insurance claim. Texas has one of the highest rates of denied auto insurance claims in the country, according to a new study, and FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has you covered on how to avoid claim denials.
Tips to file insurance claim after ice storm
Hundreds of crashes occurred due to the winter storm from icy roads. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan offers advice to filing insurance claims and spoke to Richard Johnson from Insurance Council of Texas on how you can make sure those claims are covered.
Hundreds of crashes occurred due to the winter storm from icy roads. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan offers advice to filing insurance claims and spoke to Richard Johnson from Insurance Council of Texas on how you can make sure those claims are covered.
Trump launches meme coin ahead of inauguration
$TRUMP coins, a new Trump-backed cryptocurrency token, show an image of Trump following his assassination attempt.
$TRUMP coins, a new Trump-backed cryptocurrency token, show an image of Trump following his assassination attempt.
Capital One outage disrupts account access nationwide
Frustrated Capital One customers flooded social media Thursday morning with complaints about account access issues.
Frustrated Capital One customers flooded social media Thursday morning with complaints about account access issues.
Sen. Ted Cruz reintroduces bill to eliminate income taxes on tips
Sen. Ted Cruz introduced legislation that would like workers in traditionally tipped jobs deduct those tip from their income taxes.
Sen. Ted Cruz introduced legislation that would like workers in traditionally tipped jobs deduct those tip from their income taxes.
Americans are annoyed with 'tipping culture' and are leaving fewer gratuities
The size of tips left by American restaurant-goers has shrunk in recent years.
The size of tips left by American restaurant-goers has shrunk in recent years.
Best days, times to shop online and save
You've probably heard that it is best to buy gas or plane tickets on certain days of the week to save money, but what about when it comes to saving while you're tracking prices on a dozen items online.
You've probably heard that it is best to buy gas or plane tickets on certain days of the week to save money, but what about when it comes to saving while you're tracking prices on a dozen items online.