FICO scores to include buy-now-pay-later loans
Shoppers who use buy now lay later loans will now have their payments, or missed payments, included in their FICO scores. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan breaks down what to know.
Shoppers who use buy now lay later loans will now have their payments, or missed payments, included in their FICO scores. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan breaks down what to know.
Walmart drone delivery to extend to Houston, other US cities
Walmart is expanding their drone delivery to Houston which would allow customers to have a drone deliver their orders right outside their home.
Walmart is expanding their drone delivery to Houston which would allow customers to have a drone deliver their orders right outside their home.
Drone delivery being expanded to Houston
A drone may soon be able to deliver that last minute item you need from Walmart right to your doorstep. Walmart is expanding their drone delivery system to Houston and FOX 26's Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan got to see how it works.
A drone may soon be able to deliver that last minute item you need from Walmart right to your doorstep. Walmart is expanding their drone delivery system to Houston and FOX 26's Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan got to see how it works.
Couple lost $800K in crypto scam: how to avoid it
A retired Georgia couple lost their life savings, $800,000, in a sophisticated cryptocurrency scam and they're speaking out to warn others. FOX 26's Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan heard more about their story.
A retired Georgia couple lost their life savings, $800,000, in a sophisticated cryptocurrency scam and they're speaking out to warn others. FOX 26's Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan heard more about their story.
Free, fun things to do for the weekend: June 20-22
It's a good weekend to take in some culture and have fun with friends and family. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has all the free and low-cost things to do for the weekend!
It's a good weekend to take in some culture and have fun with friends and family. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has all the free and low-cost things to do for the weekend!
Putting together hurricane emergency kit
It's time to pull together your hurricane emergency kit, but all the supplies can add up fast. FOX 26 Consumer reporter Heather Sullivan is joined by meteorologist John Dawson on things you need in your bag and how to save money getting them.
It's time to pull together your hurricane emergency kit, but all the supplies can add up fast. FOX 26 Consumer reporter Heather Sullivan is joined by meteorologist John Dawson on things you need in your bag and how to save money getting them.
How to make a hurricane emergency kit for $100
Now that we're in hurricane season, Meteorologist John Dawson and Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan have teamed up again to help you assemble an emergency kit for just $100. This plan will feed a family of four for three days and provide essential power during an outage.
Now that we're in hurricane season, Meteorologist John Dawson and Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan have teamed up again to help you assemble an emergency kit for just $100. This plan will feed a family of four for three days and provide essential power during an outage.
How to create an emergency kit on a budget
Hurricane season is here, and it?s time to pull together your emergency preparedness kit. But buying extra food, water and supplies can add up fast. So JD and Heather Sullivan are back with a combined Hurricane Gear Test and Sullivan?s Smart Sense to show you how to pull an emergency kit together for your family for $100.
Hurricane season is here, and it?s time to pull together your emergency preparedness kit. But buying extra food, water and supplies can add up fast. So JD and Heather Sullivan are back with a combined Hurricane Gear Test and Sullivan?s Smart Sense to show you how to pull an emergency kit together for your family for $100.
Refinancing auto loans can save drivers an average of $150 a month
Auto loan industry reports say drivers can save an average of between $100 and $200 a month when they refinance their auto loans. And you may not have to wait until interest rates finally drop to reap the savings.
Auto loan industry reports say drivers can save an average of between $100 and $200 a month when they refinance their auto loans. And you may not have to wait until interest rates finally drop to reap the savings.
What summer scams to look out for
The summer season is here, but scammers are not taking a vacation. Dino Dai Zovi, head of security for Cash App, shares some things to look out for.
The summer season is here, but scammers are not taking a vacation. Dino Dai Zovi, head of security for Cash App, shares some things to look out for.
Digital coupons at risk of being banned
Digital coupons can help you save money at the grocery store, but some places are making moves to ban them. FOX 26's Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan takes a look at the issue.
Digital coupons can help you save money at the grocery store, but some places are making moves to ban them. FOX 26's Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan takes a look at the issue.
More people co-buying homes with friends and family to share costs
With home prices rising, more people are co-buying homes with friends or family members to lower their individual costs, according to an industry report. They split mortgage payments, utilities, and expenses, while their equity grows.
With home prices rising, more people are co-buying homes with friends or family members to lower their individual costs, according to an industry report. They split mortgage payments, utilities, and expenses, while their equity grows.
What to keep in mind when co-buying a home
Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talks with Cesar Rincon, a real estate agent in the Memorial area, about the growing trend of co-buying a home. They also talk about the recommendations and preparations that potential co-buyers must consider to ensure a successful partnership.
Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talks with Cesar Rincon, a real estate agent in the Memorial area, about the growing trend of co-buying a home. They also talk about the recommendations and preparations that potential co-buyers must consider to ensure a successful partnership.
What EPA's new coolant requirement means for your AC unit
This year, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency began requiring the use of a new, more environmentally friendly refrigerant in new HVAC units.
This year, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency began requiring the use of a new, more environmentally friendly refrigerant in new HVAC units.
Things to do in Houston this weekend: June 6-8, 2025
Here is a list of free and fun things to do in Houston to get you out of the house this weekend from June 6-8.
Here is a list of free and fun things to do in Houston to get you out of the house this weekend from June 6-8.
Debt collection calls up 150%, how to handle them: report
A recent report finds debt collection calls have went up 150% and we have some advice on how to handle the call.
A recent report finds debt collection calls have went up 150% and we have some advice on how to handle the call.
Houston things to do this weekend: June 6-8
There is no shortage of free and low-cost fun things to in Houston for the weekend of June 6-8, 2025. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has all the things you can do to get out the house!
There is no shortage of free and low-cost fun things to in Houston for the weekend of June 6-8, 2025. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has all the things you can do to get out the house!
What to do when debt collector calls
Debt collection calls have shot up 150% over the last year nationwide, according to recent data. FOX 26's Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan explains how to handle those calls when you receive them.
Debt collection calls have shot up 150% over the last year nationwide, according to recent data. FOX 26's Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan explains how to handle those calls when you receive them.
Cutting down childcare costs, other summer expenses
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan spoke to Beth Klongpayabal from Savings.com on ways to cut down childcare costs and other kid-related summer expenses.
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan spoke to Beth Klongpayabal from Savings.com on ways to cut down childcare costs and other kid-related summer expenses.
Clean living: Using non-toxic cleaners to reduce home air pollution
Many families look for ways to live healthier at home. One way is to use non-toxic cleaners, especially if a family member is sensitive to chemicals that are in many household cleaners.
Many families look for ways to live healthier at home. One way is to use non-toxic cleaners, especially if a family member is sensitive to chemicals that are in many household cleaners.