Flood insurance rates across America inreasing
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan explains some of the changes coming to flood insurance plans and how FEMA's flood risk information is being used.
Here's how you can still get rental assistance if you're facing eviction amid expired moratorium
The CDC eviction moratorium ends Saturday, and a survey by the U.S. Census estimates 3.6 million people nationwide will be evicted in the coming months.
CDC eviction moratorium ends Saturday
The CDC eviction moratorium ends Saturday, and millions of people nationwide will be evicted in the coming months, according to a U.S. Census Bureau survey. FOX 26?s Heather Sullivan is joined by a family who has experienced losing their home to talk about the impact.
Buy Now, Pay Later for unexpected expenses
Buy Now, Pay Later financing has grown in popularity for online shopping, and now it's available for unexpected bills. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on these unexpected expenses.
Company offering "Buy Now, Pay Later" financing for unexpected expenses
Sunbit offers Buy Now, Pay Later financing for things like auto repairs, dental work, or eye glasses.
More evictions expected for Houston area families as CDC moratorium ends Saturday
Thousands of more Houston area families are expected to face eviction soon as the CDC moratorium ends Saturday and won't be extended again.
Evictions expected in Houston as CDC moratorium ends
Thousands of Houston-area families are expected to face eviction due to the end of the CDC moratorium. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has more on the crisis.
Platforms let you sell your unused internet bandwidth
Most people don't use all the internet bandwidth they pay for each month. Now some people have started selling what they don't use.
Platforms allowing users to sell your unused Internet bandwidth
Several platforms are now allowing users to sell their unused Internet bandwidth. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan has some smart sense that you should consider before selling.
Platforms allowing users to sell your unused Internet bandwidth
Several platforms are now allowing users to sell their unused Internet bandwidth. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan has some smart sense that you should consider before selling.
Man shares burn story from propane grill to warn others
A member of our FOX family in Philadelphia is sharing his story of being burned from a propane grill malfunction to warn others.
Grill safety: Preventing dangerous grilling incidents
Grilling out is a popular summer activity, but thousands of people end up in the emergency room every year due to grilling accidents. Erik Smith shared his story after burns from a propane grill malfunction on the fourth of July weekend.
Understanding Houston renters' rights when mold grows in their apartments
We often hear from viewers who say they have mold growing in their apartments and they can't get it fixed. But it's a health hazard, and renters have rights.
Understanding Houston renters' rights when mold grows in their apartments
Some residents have experienced mold growing in their apartments. FOX 26?s Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on renters' rights and what you can do if you run into this health hazard.
COVID-19 treatment could cost you more this year
People who catch COVID-19 this year may face much higher medical bills than if they had caught the disease last year.
Insurance companies resume deductibles, copays for COVID-19 treatments
People who get COVID-19 this year might face higher medical bills than last year. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan helps break it down and explain why that is and what you should be on the lookout for.
Zero-click attacks: the new way hackers can get into your phone
Cyber experts have discovered they are vulnerable to a new way that hackers can attack when you're using public Wi-Fi hot spots.
Protecting your device from zero-click attacks
Cyber experts have discovered that people with mobile phones or tablets may be vulnerable to a new way that hackers can access phones using public WiFi hotspots. Consumer reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on how to protect your devices.
Wedding boom on amid shortages for flowers and gowns
A post-pandemic wedding rush is on as many couples are rescheduling weddings they cancelled last year.
Wedding boom amid shortages in venues, flowers, gowns
A wedding rush has emerged after so many couples cancelled the occasion last year. The wedding boom has brought on shortages and higher prices for items like flowers and wedding gowns.