More Seniors, refugees looking for help
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FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense about why more seniors and refugees are looking for help

BBB warns of holiday, package delivery scams

The Better Business Bureau is warning you to watch out for holiday scams. Many are infiltrating social media, such as ads for so-called holiday apps.

BBB warning consumers to watch for holiday scams
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FOX 26's Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on how you can watch out for potential holiday scams.

Recalled toys being sold online this holiday season, parents warned

U.S. Public Interest Research Group says they were able to buy more than 30 recalled, dangerous toys from resellers online.

Sullivan's Smart Sense: Small business Saturday, Cyber Monday offering better deals than Black Friday
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If you didn't get a chance to take advantage of Black Friday sales, have no fear. Shoppers can still find deals through the weekend and beyond. Plus, Small Business Saturday is November 26. That's the day designated to support local, small businesses, which create many jobs in our local economy. And many of them will offer sales both in-store and online.

Secrets to maximize savings on Black Friday

Retailers offering deep discounts, especially on electroncs, TV's, and apparel.

Credit scoring change could help millions buy homes

Federally backed mortgage lenders will now consider rent and utility payments in credit scores.

Credit score change may help millions buy homes
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FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense about what it could mean for some potential home owners.

Couple rebuilds homes to revitalize north Houston neighborhood
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A couple is taking a new approach to revitalizing a north Houston neighborhood by replacing two run-down old homes with new ones specifically designed to be Airbnbs. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan gives us a look inside.

Texas mother shares secrets to making $5 dinners every night

As inflation has driven up food prices by 10% this year, Erin Chase, author of 5 Dollar Dinners shares her secrets to saving on groceries.

Texas mother shares secrets to making $5 dinners every night
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As inflation has driven up food prices by 10% this year, Erin Chase, author of 5 Dollar Dinners shares her secrets to saving on groceries.