The US government's debt has been downgraded. Here's what you need to know
The downgrade may have little impact on financial markets long-term or on the interest rates the U.S. government will pay.
IRS announces new paperless processing initiative for faster refunds
The tax collection agency also expects its digitalization plan to help it go after tax cheats.
Mattel looking to hire 'chief UNO player' to get paid for playing games
Employee will be responsible for playing the new UNO Quatro game for four hours a day, four days a week, for four weeks.
Coors Light, Miller Light combined sales now '50% bigger than Bud Light': Molson Coors CEO
Molson Coors beers like Coors Light and Miller Lite are devouring Bud Light’s market share amid ongoing fallout from the Dylan Mulvaney marketing campaign.
What's today's lowest mortgage rate? 10-year terms at 5.875 percent | August 1, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for August 1, 2023, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
$1.05 billion Mega Millions jackpot up for grabs in Tuesday night's drawing
No one has won the Mega Millions jackpot since April 18, and the $1.05 billion jackpot is tied for the seventh-largest in U.S. history. Tuesday night’s drawing will be the 30th since someone last won the jackpot.
Looking for today's lowest mortgage rate? Try 10-year terms at 5.875 percent | July 31, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for July 31, 2023, which are largely unchanged from Friday.
Walmart launches travel benefits for its Walmart+ members
For the first time, Walmart+ is adding travel perks to its list of benefits for customers.
Houston weather: Excessive heat and how it affects the economy
Long stretches of heat advisories in Houston will have a negative impact on the local economy, says a professor of economics.
Texas tax-free weekend for back to school: Sales tax holiday Aug. 11-13
Texas tax-free weekend for back to school essentials like clothing, shoes, school supplies and backpacks begins Friday, Aug. 11, and goes through midnight Sunday, Aug. 13.
Harris County, Houston struggle with soaring housing costs: New report reveals alarming trends
The burden of housing costs for renters in Harris County and Houston has reached a critical point, as a recent report by the Kinder Institute for Urban Research exposes alarming findings.
Looking to save with today’s mortgage rates? Try shorter terms | July 27, 2023
Check out the mortgage purchase rates for July 27, 2023, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Money: 401K withdrawals, other alternatives
This tough economy is leading more people to tap into their retirement accounts for cash. But this short-term fix can mean a long-term loss for your retirement. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has Smart Sense on other options to make ends meet.
Gen Z weighs in on tipping culture
Bankrate's survey reveals Gen Zers are the worst tippers. FOX 26 interns give us their take on tipping culture.
The cost of 401k withdrawals and other options for emergency cash
The Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies surveyed 5,700 workers at for-profit companies and found 30% had taken a loan on their retirement funds, and 21% had taken an early or hardship withdrawals.
Federal Reserve raises key interest rate for 11th time by a quarter-point in effort to slow inflation
The Federal Reserve raised its key interest rate Wednesday for the 11th time in 17 months, a streak of hikes that are intended to curb inflation but that also carry the risk of going too far and triggering a recession.
Today’s lowest mortgage rates? Shorter terms hold the biggest savings | July 26, 2023
Check out the mortgage purchase rates for July 26, 2023, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Why 'loud quitting' is not recommended by job experts (hint: grace and dignity are far better)
Human resources experts strongly caution against 'loud quitting' — here's why
Looking for today’s best mortgage rate? Consider short-term loans | July 25, 2023
Check out the mortgage purchase rates for July 25, 2023, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Today’s lowest mortgage rate? 10-year terms lower back down to 5.625 percent | July 24, 2023
Check out the mortgage purchase rates for July 24, 2023, which are mixed from Friday.