"Underconsumption core" social media trend can free up money and time
Trend encourages reusing, repurposing, and repairing things before buying replacements.
Trend encourages reusing, repurposing, and repairing things before buying replacements.
Underconsumption trend could help mental health
In a world of endless consumerism, the new trend of Underconsumption Core encourages mindful purchasing and repurposing, challenging the buy-buy-buy mentality.
In a world of endless consumerism, the new trend of Underconsumption Core encourages mindful purchasing and repurposing, challenging the buy-buy-buy mentality.
New home insurance can offer buyers coverage for lower cost
While many homeowners in Texas are facing higher insurance premiums and some insurers have stopped writing new policies, one type of insurance is growing.
While many homeowners in Texas are facing higher insurance premiums and some insurers have stopped writing new policies, one type of insurance is growing.
'New home' insurance options for Texans
Home insurance costs are soaring in Texas, but Hippo Insurance is stepping in to help new homebuyers with more affordable options.
Home insurance costs are soaring in Texas, but Hippo Insurance is stepping in to help new homebuyers with more affordable options.
Walmart to match Houston shopper donations for Hurricane Helene relief
Walmart will match Houston customer donations to American Red Cross made at check-out.
Walmart will match Houston customer donations to American Red Cross made at check-out.
Underconsumption Core trend growing on TikTok
FOX 26's Heather Sullivan talks about the new trend blowing up on TikTok encouraging you NOT to buy.
FOX 26's Heather Sullivan talks about the new trend blowing up on TikTok encouraging you NOT to buy.
CARFAX offers free way to check vehicles for flood damage
The number of flood-damaged cars in the U.S. continues to rise as hurricanes and storms roll in this year.
The number of flood-damaged cars in the U.S. continues to rise as hurricanes and storms roll in this year.
How to spot a flood damaged car
Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has the latest on this concerning trend and what you should be aware of before making any car purchases.
Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has the latest on this concerning trend and what you should be aware of before making any car purchases.
Houston has most flood-damaged cars in U.S.
According to Carfax, there are 89,000 more flood-damaged vehicles on the road this year alone due to recent storms. Consumer reporter Heather Sullivan is live with tips on how to check if that used car you're considering has been affected by flooding.
According to Carfax, there are 89,000 more flood-damaged vehicles on the road this year alone due to recent storms. Consumer reporter Heather Sullivan is live with tips on how to check if that used car you're considering has been affected by flooding.
How to secure a trailer hitch: Expert tips to avoid Deadly Accidents
TxDOT launches campaign to education drivers how to secure a trailer hitch to avoid accidents.
TxDOT launches campaign to education drivers how to secure a trailer hitch to avoid accidents.
Hundreds killed in trailer hitch accidents
You might not think about it, but trailer hitch accidents cause hundreds of deaths each year?TxDOT's new campaign aims to change that.
You might not think about it, but trailer hitch accidents cause hundreds of deaths each year?TxDOT's new campaign aims to change that.
Attention pumpkin spice lovers: Unsafe lead found in many cinnamon brands
Consumer Reports says many cinnamon brands had unsafe levels of lead.
Consumer Reports says many cinnamon brands had unsafe levels of lead.
Dangerous levels of spice found in common cinnamon brands
It's pumpkin spice season, but a new report reveals lead in some cinnamon brands. What does this mean for your favorite seasonal drink? Let?s check in with consumer reporter Heather Sullivan!
It's pumpkin spice season, but a new report reveals lead in some cinnamon brands. What does this mean for your favorite seasonal drink? Let?s check in with consumer reporter Heather Sullivan!
Invitation Homes agrees to refund $48 million to renters after FTC investigation
Invitation Homes will pay $48 million to settle allegations of unfair rental and eviction practices.
Invitation Homes will pay $48 million to settle allegations of unfair rental and eviction practices.
$48M refund for Invitation Homes renters
Rented from Invitation Homes? You could be getting some money back. Heather Sullivan has all the details on a $48 million refund for renters!
Rented from Invitation Homes? You could be getting some money back. Heather Sullivan has all the details on a $48 million refund for renters!
U.S. passport renewals now available online
U.S. State Department now offers online passport renewals.
U.S. State Department now offers online passport renewals.
Houston women scammed by AI-Generated deepfake videos
Two women say AI deepfake videos were used to scam them and their friends through Facebook.
Two women say AI deepfake videos were used to scam them and their friends through Facebook.
AI scammers creating fake videos
Scammers are using AI to create convincing fake videos, but Heather Sullivan has some smart tips to help you protect yourself from falling victim.
Scammers are using AI to create convincing fake videos, but Heather Sullivan has some smart tips to help you protect yourself from falling victim.
Fresh Start program helping delinquent student loan borrowers end Sept. 30
Consumer advocates are calling for extension of programs, such as the Fresh Start program, that helps delinquent student loan borrowers.
Consumer advocates are calling for extension of programs, such as the Fresh Start program, that helps delinquent student loan borrowers.
Fresh Start program for borrowers ends Sept. 30
Time is quickly running out for programs to help delinquent student loan borrowers get back on track and wiped clean of defaults. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan reports on what to do if you're behind on payments.
Time is quickly running out for programs to help delinquent student loan borrowers get back on track and wiped clean of defaults. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan reports on what to do if you're behind on payments.