Biden to call for $10,000 federal student loan forgiveness per borrower

On his first day in office, President-elect Biden is expected to call for $10,000 in federal student loan forgiveness for borrowers and continue the pause on federal student loan payments. 

More people making extra money selling items online during pandemic

Since the pandemic began, more people have been making extra money selling items they no longer need on online platforms, such as Poshmark, eBay, and Facebook Marketplace.  

More and more people are selling online
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More and more people are using platforms like Facebook to sell their valuables online.

SBA focuses new PPP loans to help more minority-owned businesses

The Small Business Administration says it is directing PPP loans to help more minority owned businesses after so many struggled to get the first PPP loans. 

PPP loans for minority-owned businesses
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FOX 26's Heather Sullivan has more on what some minority-owned businesses can do to apply for PPP.

You may have unclaimed money with state, city, or county

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts says they reunite one in four Texans with unclaimed money every year. 

The State of Texas may owe you money
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The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts says they reunite one in four Texans with unclaimed money every year.

Tonight's Powerball worth $410 million, Friday's Mega Millions at $490 million

Tonight's Powerball jackpot is a whopping $410 million, plus Friday's Mega Millions is $490 million after no one matched six numbers in last night's drawing.  

Many taxpayers say second stimulus going to the wrong account

Many viewers tell us the IRS's "Get My Payment" tool says their check is going to wrong bank account number, or is being sent by mail, when their first stimulus payment was successfully direct deposited. 

Taxpayers say stimulus checks going to wrong account
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Some people are concerned with stimulus delays, FOX 26's Heather Sullivan has tips on what you should do if you want to get your stimulus.

Many people still waiting for online holiday gift, card deliveries

Many people are still waiting for late holiday gifts, cards and online shopping orders, as shipping companies have been overwhelmed this holiday season.

How to reach your financial New Year's resolutions

One of the top New Year's resolutions is to pay off debt and save more money, whether it's for a home, retirement, or education.  That can be hard for so many people financially struggling right now.

Looking to save money in 2021
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Did you make a resolution to meet your financial goals in 2021? FOX 26's Heather Sullivan has some tips.

When to expect your stimulus check

The U.S. Treasury Department says the second round of stimulus checks started being direct deposited into some bank accounts last night and paper checks started being mailed out today.

What to expect regarding your second stimulus check
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FOX 26's Heather Sullivan has more on what's next regarding the second stimulus check that's already hitting bank accounts for some.

Steps to take this week to reduce your income taxes for 2020

If you're concerned about your tax bill, there are donations you can make and bills you can pay to help cut down on how much you'll owe in taxes.

Federal Relief Bill provides rental assistance, local officials say more help needed

The federal stimulus bill extends the CDC eviction moratorium through January and provides $25 billion in rental and utility assistance. But these local leaders say it still won't be enough to save the tens of thousands of Texans already losing their homes. 

Harris County leaders call for more eviction prevention
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After President Trump signed the federal COVID Relief bill with help for renters, some state and Harris County leaders say Texas still need more help.