Got student loan debt? Here’s how to get up to $2500 tax deduction
According to the IRS, you may be able to deduct a portion of student loan interest from your taxable income — up to $2,500. Find out if you qualify.
According to the IRS, you may be able to deduct a portion of student loan interest from your taxable income — up to $2,500. Find out if you qualify.
New FAFSA reveal comes with complications, delays
The Department of Education began its soft launch of the overhauled 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The 2024-2025 FAFSA form expands eligibility for federal student aid, including Pell Grants, and provides a streamlined user experience.
The Department of Education began its soft launch of the overhauled 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The 2024-2025 FAFSA form expands eligibility for federal student aid, including Pell Grants, and provides a streamlined user experience.
When will the IRS start accepting tax returns in 2024? When you can file, other things to know
Americans can soon begin filing their 2023 tax returns. Here are some changes to know as taxpayers begin the process.
Americans can soon begin filing their 2023 tax returns. Here are some changes to know as taxpayers begin the process.
$44.5 million in federal funding going toward rural communities to improve higher education access
Due to fewer students in rural communities attending college, the Biden-Harris administration plans to send $44.5 million in funding to 22 rural institutions.
Due to fewer students in rural communities attending college, the Biden-Harris administration plans to send $44.5 million in funding to 22 rural institutions.
Seniors say 2024 Social Security payment increase not enough to keep up with inflation: survey
As seniors deal with rising inflation, some consider rejoining the workforce to deal with rising costs.
As seniors deal with rising inflation, some consider rejoining the workforce to deal with rising costs.
More Americans are racking up credit card debt
A new report shows that nearly half of Americans have carried credit card debt for more than a year.
A new report shows that nearly half of Americans have carried credit card debt for more than a year.
December job growth may mask troubling economic trends
Employers added more jobs than expected in December ending a year that defies predictions but there may be some trouble behind the headline.
Employers added more jobs than expected in December ending a year that defies predictions but there may be some trouble behind the headline.
What job growth means for the economy
Employers added more jobs than expected in December ending a year that defies predictions. Despite signs of a resilient economy, FOX 26's Business Reporter Tom Zizka says there may be some trouble behind the headline.
Employers added more jobs than expected in December ending a year that defies predictions. Despite signs of a resilient economy, FOX 26's Business Reporter Tom Zizka says there may be some trouble behind the headline.
U.S. employers added 216,000 in December and wage growth solid too
December's job growth was seen across several industries, including government, health care, social assistance and construction jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
December's job growth was seen across several industries, including government, health care, social assistance and construction jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Gas prices dip as holiday season ends: AAA
The national average for a gallon of gas edged down slightly this week. Pump prices have declined due to weak gas demand and an uptick in supply.
The national average for a gallon of gas edged down slightly this week. Pump prices have declined due to weak gas demand and an uptick in supply.
Highest earning zip codes in Houston, according to Stacker
The list is compiled of the highest-earning zip codes in Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX using data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
The list is compiled of the highest-earning zip codes in Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX using data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Paying off credit card debt
Record $1 trillion in holiday credit card debt, and it's the young adults facing late payments. Get smart tips from consumer reporter Heather Sullivan on paying it down
Record $1 trillion in holiday credit card debt, and it's the young adults facing late payments. Get smart tips from consumer reporter Heather Sullivan on paying it down
Texas Lottery: Conroe resident claims $3 million scratch ticket prize
According to Texas Lottery, a Conroe resident claimed a $3 million top-prize winning ticket in the 500X Loteria Spectacular scratch ticket game.
According to Texas Lottery, a Conroe resident claimed a $3 million top-prize winning ticket in the 500X Loteria Spectacular scratch ticket game.
College Football Playoff impact on Houston
Washington and Michigan fans are heading to Houston to gear up for the College Football Playoff National Championship game. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle breaks down the economic impact on the city.
Washington and Michigan fans are heading to Houston to gear up for the College Football Playoff National Championship game. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle breaks down the economic impact on the city.
Lower gas prices expected in 2024 and weather, geopolitics could play role
Analysts said growing oil production in the U.S., as well as greater inventories, could lead to prices falling by at least 15 cents through the year.
Analysts said growing oil production in the U.S., as well as greater inventories, could lead to prices falling by at least 15 cents through the year.
Only half of U.S. credit card consumers believe they can pay off their December balance in full, survey finds
As we kick off 2024, a recent LendingTree survey reveals cardholders are dreading the reality of paying their monthly statement balance.
As we kick off 2024, a recent LendingTree survey reveals cardholders are dreading the reality of paying their monthly statement balance.
'We’ll split it': Virginia brothers fulfill lifelong pact, share $230,000 lottery win
Two brothers in Virginia have kept their lifelong pact and decided to split a lottery win equally.
Two brothers in Virginia have kept their lifelong pact and decided to split a lottery win equally.
Homeowners insurance rates on the rise, mainly due to increase in natural disasters
Homeowners insurance rates on the rise across the country, with climate change being a contributing factor.
Homeowners insurance rates on the rise across the country, with climate change being a contributing factor.
FAFSA: What to know about changes to this year's application for student aid
A new version of the federal student aid application known as the FAFSA is available for the 2024-2025 school year, but only on a limited basis. Here's how it works and some of the key changes.
A new version of the federal student aid application known as the FAFSA is available for the 2024-2025 school year, but only on a limited basis. Here's how it works and some of the key changes.
Here's how you can make your 2024 financial goals a reality
Higher living costs are why Americans think it will be more challenging to meet financial goals next year, but many are taking steps to make sure they don't miss the mark, a recent survey said.
Higher living costs are why Americans think it will be more challenging to meet financial goals next year, but many are taking steps to make sure they don't miss the mark, a recent survey said.