Big tax changes may mean smaller refunds, tips for filing tax returns
According to the IRS, you may get a smaller refund this year. Here are some tips for filing your tax return and where to find free help.
According to the IRS, you may get a smaller refund this year. Here are some tips for filing your tax return and where to find free help.
Smaller refunds and income tax changes
W-2s and 1099's are going out and you may be getting ready to file your tax return. But the IRS says you may get a smaller refund this year. FOX 26's Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan reports on the big changes this year
W-2s and 1099's are going out and you may be getting ready to file your tax return. But the IRS says you may get a smaller refund this year. FOX 26's Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan reports on the big changes this year
Trees damaged after Houston-area tornadoes: Should you remove them or save them?
A certified tree trimmer shows us the signs of a dying tree as many people have trees down and damaged in their yards after Tuesday's tornadoes
A certified tree trimmer shows us the signs of a dying tree as many people have trees down and damaged in their yards after Tuesday's tornadoes
How to avoid repair scams, filing insurance claims after Southeast Texas tornadoes
How to avoid repair scams and file insurance claims after the damage left behind from tornadoes in Southeast Texas.
How to avoid repair scams and file insurance claims after the damage left behind from tornadoes in Southeast Texas.
Tips to avoid repair scams, filing insurance claims after tornado damage
If your home or car was damaged in the storms, you need to watch out for scammers posing as repair services. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares some Smart Sense on how to get your repairs done properly.
If your home or car was damaged in the storms, you need to watch out for scammers posing as repair services. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares some Smart Sense on how to get your repairs done properly.
Steps you should take if your home was damaged in Tuesday's storms
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on what you should do if your home sustained any damage in Tuesday's severe weather.
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on what you should do if your home sustained any damage in Tuesday's severe weather.
New affordable housing units in Greenspoint, need still growing
New housing units recently opened in Greenspoint amid a desperate shortage of affordable housing.
New housing units recently opened in Greenspoint amid a desperate shortage of affordable housing.
New Year's fitness resolution: Tips to decrease gym membership fees
January is the time many people join a gym for their New Year's fitness resolution and here are some tips to decrease how much you pay for gym memberships.
January is the time many people join a gym for their New Year's fitness resolution and here are some tips to decrease how much you pay for gym memberships.
Trimming down gym membership costs
January is the time many people join a gym to reach their New Year's fitness resolution, but membership prices can mean heavy lifting for your wallet. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some advice on how you can trim your costs.
January is the time many people join a gym to reach their New Year's fitness resolution, but membership prices can mean heavy lifting for your wallet. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some advice on how you can trim your costs.
Ticket holders sounding off after Solfest 2023 abruptly canceled
Customers say they're left in the dark after Solfest 2023 was suddenly called off.
Customers say they're left in the dark after Solfest 2023 was suddenly called off.
Solfest 2023 concert canceled, ticket holders left with unanswered questions
Customers say they're left in the dark after Solfest 2023 was suddenly called off. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has been following this investigation as ticket holders worry they?re out thousands of dollars.
Customers say they're left in the dark after Solfest 2023 was suddenly called off. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has been following this investigation as ticket holders worry they?re out thousands of dollars.
Volunteers build porch, ramp for 93-year-old's Third Ward home
Volunteers from Reliant Energy and Rebuilding Together Houston rebuilt 93-year-old Hattie Jone's porch on MLK Day of Service.
Volunteers from Reliant Energy and Rebuilding Together Houston rebuilt 93-year-old Hattie Jone's porch on MLK Day of Service.
Free course available to land paid apprenticeships in skilled trades
A free class in Houston prepares candidates to land paid apprenticeships in skilled trades.
A free class in Houston prepares candidates to land paid apprenticeships in skilled trades.
Apprenticeships in high-paying trades
The Houston Gulf Coast Building and Constructions Trade Council is offering a free course to help people land paid apprenticeships for these jobs, which lets them ?earn while they learn." FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan reports more on how you can apply.
The Houston Gulf Coast Building and Constructions Trade Council is offering a free course to help people land paid apprenticeships for these jobs, which lets them ?earn while they learn." FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan reports more on how you can apply.
Study finds gas stoves lead to 12.7% of childhood asthma cases
The Consumer Product Safety Commission to consider safety regulations for gas stoves.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission to consider safety regulations for gas stoves.
Consumer Product Safety Commission proposes banning gas stoves
A recent report came out in December that found 12% of childhood asthma cases are linked to the gasses produced when you turn on a gas stove. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan explains more about the safety concerns with gas stoves.
A recent report came out in December that found 12% of childhood asthma cases are linked to the gasses produced when you turn on a gas stove. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan explains more about the safety concerns with gas stoves.
Investigators find most credit card skimmers in Houston
A new financial crime-fighting unit in Texas, the Financial Crimes Intelligence Center, says it prevented nearly $50 million in credit card fraud after cracking down on credit card skimming. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan speaks with FCIC Director and Chief Investigator Adam Colby on ways to prevent fraud and watch out for skimmers.
A new financial crime-fighting unit in Texas, the Financial Crimes Intelligence Center, says it prevented nearly $50 million in credit card fraud after cracking down on credit card skimming. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan speaks with FCIC Director and Chief Investigator Adam Colby on ways to prevent fraud and watch out for skimmers.
Most credit card skimmers recovered in Houston, $50 million of fraud prevented
A new financial crime-fighting unit in Texas says it prevented nearly $50 million in fraud.
A new financial crime-fighting unit in Texas says it prevented nearly $50 million in fraud.
Cohousing development offers community, cost savings, and sustainability
The first cohousing development in Texas is being built in East Houston.
The first cohousing development in Texas is being built in East Houston.
First co-housing development in Texas being built in Houston
FOX 26?s Heather Sullivan shares how families are saving money on housing expenses and helping the environment.
FOX 26?s Heather Sullivan shares how families are saving money on housing expenses and helping the environment.