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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Check out the mortgage purchase rates for July 24, 2023, which are mixed from Friday.
UPS strike could be just around the corner: What you need to know
The Teamsters, which represent more than half of the company’s workforce, will resume talks with UPS on Tuesday.
The Teamsters, which represent more than half of the company’s workforce, will resume talks with UPS on Tuesday.
Mega Millions jackpot jumps to $820 million
Tuesday's drawing is now the fifth largest Mega Millions jackpot in the history of the game.
Tuesday's drawing is now the fifth largest Mega Millions jackpot in the history of the game.
What is FedNow? This new instant payment service could help your paycheck clear faster
FedNow is a new instant payment service launched by the Federal Reserve. Here's how you can use it.
FedNow is a new instant payment service launched by the Federal Reserve. Here's how you can use it.
Looking for today's lowest mortgage rate? Try 10-year terms at 5.625 percent | July 19, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for July 19, 2023, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for July 19, 2023, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Walmart offering free financial literacy classes for anyone
Managing money is an essential life skill that many Americans don’t learn growing up, yet alone master.
Managing money is an essential life skill that many Americans don’t learn growing up, yet alone master.
Mega Millions jackpot grows to 5th largest in history
Friday's Mega Millions drawing is now the fifth largest in history.
Friday's Mega Millions drawing is now the fifth largest in history.
Powerball: What you need to know before you play for $1B jackpot
The new jackpot for Wednesday’s drawing would be the seventh highest in U.S. history and the third largest for Powerball.
The new jackpot for Wednesday’s drawing would be the seventh highest in U.S. history and the third largest for Powerball.
Student loans: More than half of borrowers say they may miss a payment
Many student loan borrowers are worried they'll miss at least one payment when repayment begins, according to a survey by Morning Consult. But the Biden administration announced new student loan relief initiatives after the Supreme Court shut down its student loan forgiveness plan.
Many student loan borrowers are worried they'll miss at least one payment when repayment begins, according to a survey by Morning Consult. But the Biden administration announced new student loan relief initiatives after the Supreme Court shut down its student loan forgiveness plan.