Biggest Social Security increase in 40 years expected this week
A hike of 8.7% is expected to be announced this week to help recipients keep up with inflation.
FCC taking aim to curb growing number of scam robotexts, robocalls
Scam robotexts have surged, bilking consumers out of billions of dollars.
New car prices may start coming down soon, analysts say
Average new and used car prices dropped slightly in September.
Renter gets $7,000 water bill; who's responsible for leaks?
A Missouri City renter turned to FOX 26 after she received a $7,000 water bill in the mail.
Zelle, Cash App, PayPal: How to get reimbursed from scams through payment apps
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau says banks should reimburse victims for scam payment app transactions.
Getting refunded for payment app scams
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau says banks should reimburse victims for scam payment app transactions. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan shares how people might be able to get their money back from payment app scams.
Skimpflation: Watchdogs say look out for food ingredient changes amid shortages
Consumer watchdogs say "Skimpflation," otherwise known as ingredient changes in foods and beverages is being more and more noticeable amid supply chain delays and shortages.
How a Texas man paid off $47,000 amid credit card debt climbing
High inflation has driven up credit card debt to $67 billion in the last few months. That's why Juan Pinon wants those struggling to pay off debt to know that it can be done. He paid off $47,000 in less than three years.
Hurricane Ian could worsen ongoing homeowners insurance crisis
10 insurance companies have recently failed, including one covering Texas homeowners.
Auto insurance: Is inflation leaving you underinsured?
Many drivers are getting hit with higher auto insurance rates. But not only is inflation driving up the cost of insurance, it may also mean you’re underinsured.
Texas paid $411 million in fraudulent unemployment claims in pandemic, under 1% of claims
TWC reports under 1% of unemployment claims paid were fraudulent.
