Inflation continues to cool, latest numbers show
The prices of gas, groceries and cars are either falling or rising at slower rates than before the pandemic. That’s after peaking at a 40-year high in mid-2022.
The prices of gas, groceries and cars are either falling or rising at slower rates than before the pandemic. That’s after peaking at a 40-year high in mid-2022.
US inflation hits 3-year low as Federal Reserve set to cut interest rates
With the cost of goods and services experiencing a slight decline in August, the Federal Reserve may consider cutting its key interest rate soon.
With the cost of goods and services experiencing a slight decline in August, the Federal Reserve may consider cutting its key interest rate soon.
Cut home insurance costs
As Hurricane Francine hits, homeowners face rising insurance costs. Heather Sullivan shares tips on how to potentially lower your premiums.
As Hurricane Francine hits, homeowners face rising insurance costs. Heather Sullivan shares tips on how to potentially lower your premiums.
Presidential candidates may want to blame or cheer gas prices; Analysts say, 'Not so fast'
Gas prices in Houston have fallen significantly in recent months, driven by increased supply and decreased demand. This trend could potentially impact voter sentiment in the upcoming presidential election.
Gas prices in Houston have fallen significantly in recent months, driven by increased supply and decreased demand. This trend could potentially impact voter sentiment in the upcoming presidential election.
Here's how much the typical American household earned last year
The inflation-adjusted median income of U.S. households rebounded last year to roughly its 2019 level.
The inflation-adjusted median income of U.S. households rebounded last year to roughly its 2019 level.
Company plans to track workers' locations in return-to-office crackdown
One of the world's biggest consulting and accounting firms plans to monitor its employees' locations to ensure compliance with a stricter return-to-office policy set to take effect next year.
One of the world's biggest consulting and accounting firms plans to monitor its employees' locations to ensure compliance with a stricter return-to-office policy set to take effect next year.
How to climb out of debt
Record debt levels are putting a strain on many families. Join Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan for Money Mondays to learn how to manage and reduce your debt.
Record debt levels are putting a strain on many families. Join Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan for Money Mondays to learn how to manage and reduce your debt.
Preparing for a hurricane on a budget
With hurricane season at its peak, it's crucial to be prepared, even on a tight budget. Heather Sullivan and John Dawson share essential tips for smart, cost-effective emergency prep.
With hurricane season at its peak, it's crucial to be prepared, even on a tight budget. Heather Sullivan and John Dawson share essential tips for smart, cost-effective emergency prep.
US economy adds 142,000 jobs as unemployment rate falls slightly, Dept. of Labor reports
Hiring in the U.S. grew slightly in August compared to last month as the unemployment rate dipped for the first time in a few months.
Hiring in the U.S. grew slightly in August compared to last month as the unemployment rate dipped for the first time in a few months.
Helpful tips to pay on credit card debt
Americans owe a record $1 trillion in credit card debt and one of the biggest problems is the balance that carries over and grows every month. Finance professor Dan Roccato shares ways to break the cycle.
Americans owe a record $1 trillion in credit card debt and one of the biggest problems is the balance that carries over and grows every month. Finance professor Dan Roccato shares ways to break the cycle.
401K day: Boost your retirement fund
The Friday after Labor Day is 401K Day, a day to remind you to focus on funding your retirement. Financial advisor Richard Rosso joined the Morning Show with some important advice.
The Friday after Labor Day is 401K Day, a day to remind you to focus on funding your retirement. Financial advisor Richard Rosso joined the Morning Show with some important advice.
Women more likely to to face poverty in retirement
Gender equality impacts a woman in her working years and even in retirement. Chris Blakely, a certified financial planner with Savvy Ladies explains why women are more likely to live in poverty in their 'golden years' and tips to avoid the statistic.
Gender equality impacts a woman in her working years and even in retirement. Chris Blakely, a certified financial planner with Savvy Ladies explains why women are more likely to live in poverty in their 'golden years' and tips to avoid the statistic.
Americans turn to sausage as economic pressures persist, survey finds
A new survey reveals that more Americans are opting for sausage over pricier meats.
A new survey reveals that more Americans are opting for sausage over pricier meats.
Social Security September payment schedule: Here’s when beneficiaries will get their checks
Many Social Security retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries will receive their September payments on either the second, third, or fourth Wednesday of the month.
Many Social Security retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries will receive their September payments on either the second, third, or fourth Wednesday of the month.
Sullivan's Smart Sense: Declutter your space
With school back in session, staying organized is key! Home organization specialist Melanie Summers shares tips to keep your kids on track.
With school back in session, staying organized is key! Home organization specialist Melanie Summers shares tips to keep your kids on track.
Why there are more 401(k) millionaires in the US than ever before
A new report published by Fidelity Investments shows the number of 401(k) accounts with balances of $1 million or more hit a new record at the end of June.
A new report published by Fidelity Investments shows the number of 401(k) accounts with balances of $1 million or more hit a new record at the end of June.
Social Security: 3 changes to look out for in 2025, according to experts
The Social Security COLA increase in 2025 is likely to be smaller than in 2024, according to estimates. Here are some potential changes Americans should take into account.
The Social Security COLA increase in 2025 is likely to be smaller than in 2024, according to estimates. Here are some potential changes Americans should take into account.
How to avoid fake airline scams for travel season
Houston Airport say they're prepeared ot serve 880,000 passengers at Bush Airport and Hobby Airport for the Labor Day weekend and Friday is the busiest day, but not only for travelers. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan reports on the travel news
Houston Airport say they're prepeared ot serve 880,000 passengers at Bush Airport and Hobby Airport for the Labor Day weekend and Friday is the busiest day, but not only for travelers. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan reports on the travel news
Protect your boat this Labor Day weekend
Texas ranks third in stolen boats and gear nationwide. Consumer reporter Heather Sullivan shares smart tips to protect your property this Labor Day weekend.
Texas ranks third in stolen boats and gear nationwide. Consumer reporter Heather Sullivan shares smart tips to protect your property this Labor Day weekend.
Kroger, other retailers charging fees for 'cash back' at registers
A recent report finds that some big retailers are levying fees on consumers who are asking for cash back during transactions at stores.
A recent report finds that some big retailers are levying fees on consumers who are asking for cash back during transactions at stores.