Houston had record home sales in 2020, per realty group
Despite the pandemic and economic crisis, homes sales in Houston had a record year last year, according to the Houston Association of Realtors. And analysts expect the trend to continue this year.
More customers complain of being scammed through Cash App
More people are complaining about being scammed through the mobile payment app Cash App by callers posing as customer service.
Company lets you buy new home before selling your old one
A real estate company Orchard just moved into Houston, and it lets you buy a new house before you sell the old one.
Biden signs orders to increase SNAP benefits, speed up stimulus checks
President Biden signed two executive orders today: one to increase SNAP food benefits known as food stamps, the other to streamline the process of sending out stimulus checks.
FBI, FDA warn about COVID-19 vaccination and treatment scams
The FBI, FDA, and Better Business Bureau are warning you about a series of COVID-19 vaccine and treatment scams going around.
President Biden extends eviction moratorium through March
President Biden signed executive orders today to extend the pause on student loan payments through September and extend the eviction moratorium through March.
Biden to call for $10,000 federal student loan forgiveness per borrower
On his first day in office, President-elect Biden is expected to call for $10,000 in federal student loan forgiveness for borrowers and continue the pause on federal student loan payments.
More people making extra money selling items online during pandemic
Since the pandemic began, more people have been making extra money selling items they no longer need on online platforms, such as Poshmark, eBay, and Facebook Marketplace.
SBA focuses new PPP loans to help more minority-owned businesses
The Small Business Administration says it is directing PPP loans to help more minority owned businesses after so many struggled to get the first PPP loans.
You may have unclaimed money with state, city, or county
The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts says they reunite one in four Texans with unclaimed money every year.
Tonight's Powerball worth $410 million, Friday's Mega Millions at $490 million
Tonight's Powerball jackpot is a whopping $410 million, plus Friday's Mega Millions is $490 million after no one matched six numbers in last night's drawing.
Many taxpayers say second stimulus going to the wrong account
Many viewers tell us the IRS's "Get My Payment" tool says their check is going to wrong bank account number, or is being sent by mail, when their first stimulus payment was successfully direct deposited.
Many people still waiting for online holiday gift, card deliveries
Many people are still waiting for late holiday gifts, cards and online shopping orders, as shipping companies have been overwhelmed this holiday season.
How to reach your financial New Year's resolutions
One of the top New Year's resolutions is to pay off debt and save more money, whether it's for a home, retirement, or education. That can be hard for so many people financially struggling right now.
When to expect your stimulus check
The U.S. Treasury Department says the second round of stimulus checks started being direct deposited into some bank accounts last night and paper checks started being mailed out today.
Steps to take this week to reduce your income taxes for 2020
If you're concerned about your tax bill, there are donations you can make and bills you can pay to help cut down on how much you'll owe in taxes.
Federal Relief Bill provides rental assistance, local officials say more help needed
The federal stimulus bill extends the CDC eviction moratorium through January and provides $25 billion in rental and utility assistance. But these local leaders say it still won't be enough to save the tens of thousands of Texans already losing their homes.
Popular toy gift ideas you can find in stores before Christmas
The Toy Insider releases its Holiday Gift Guide 2020 of popular toys and gift ideas
Congress expected to pass second COVID-19 relief bill on Monday
Congress has approved a second stimulus bill, but what can we expect?
Shippers and retailers that promise to deliver gifts by Christmas
Several delivery options can still get holiday gifts there on time.