Getting retirement saving back on track after job loss
The pandemic is forcing many older workers into early retirement, though many are not financially prepared for it.
Getting retirement saving back on track after job loss ?
As most Americans are behind on saving for retirement, job loss can make it difficult to make that money up. The pandemic is forcing many older workers into early retirement, though many are not financially prepared for it.
Rebound and Recovery- Rent relief
Heather Sullivan explains different rent relief in Harris,Fort Bend, Montgomery, Galveston counties.
Mayor announces $19 million in rental aid to help Houston renters
The $19 million fund includes $15 million from the federal CARES Act, plus $4 million in private donations from the Houston Endowment, the Greater Houston COVID-19 Relief Fund, and the Kinder Foundation.
Houston mayor announces additional rental aid money coming for residents
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner announced on Friday that additional rental aid money will be coming for Houstonians. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan has more.
Mayor Turner, Housing Task Force debate best ways to stop evictions
The Houston and Harris County Housing Stability Task Force is now at work to try to stem the tide of evictions. But community leaders are at odds about the best ways to accomplish it.
More rental aid for Harris County, Fort Bend County working to mail it out
More rental assistance is on the way for Harris County families. And Fort Bend County officials say they're working to get aid in the mail as fast as possible. August rent is due in three days.
Study reveals half a million Houston drivers can't renew their licenses
Half a million Houston drivers, mostly low income, can't renew their driver's licenses due to unpaid tickets, according to a new study, Driven to Debt, Houston. Consumer advocates say it's creating a cycle of poverty.
Study reveals half a million Houston drivers can't renew their licenses
Half a million Houston drivers, mostly low income, can't renew their driver's licenses due to unpaid tickets, according to a new study, Driven to Debt, Houston. Consumer advocates say it's creating a cycle of poverty.
GOP unveils proposed second stimulus bill
The GOP is detailing its proposed second stimulus bill today. But for millions of Texans, it can't come fast enough.
Fort Bend Co. launches consulting program to help small businesses survive
The county partnered with a consulting company to help small businesses, particularly minority and disadvantaged businesses that didn't receive PPP loans, with coaching to help turn things around.
Tuition insurance: Will it cover COVID-19?
With the COVID-19 pandemic creating uncertainty around college in the fall, many students and parents are wondering if tuition insurance is a good idea.
Pearland woman gets $5700 COVID-19 test bill
A Pearland woman got hit with a nearly $6000 bill for taking a COVID-19 test. And she's not the only one.
Payday, title lenders won't have to check ability to repay
Federal regulators are reversing a rule meant to protect people from taking out payday and title loans. Lenders will not have to check whether the borrower can repay these high-interest loans.
Payday, title lenders won't have to check ability to repay
Federal regulators are reversing a rule meant to protect people from taking out payday and title loans.?Lenders will not have to check whether the borrower can repay these high-interest loans.
BankBlack movement aims to boost Black-owned banks
Since this year's protests and movement for racial equality began, there is a renewed campaign to support Black-owned banks.
BankBlack movement aims to boost Black-owned banks
Since this year's protests and movement for racial equality began, there is a renewed campaign to support Black-owned banks. Black banks are considered an important part of creating socio-economic equality.
$65 million plan to rehouse expected surge in homeless
The City and County have contributed a combined $58 million of CARES Act funding for housing, while the Coalition for the Homeless is working to raise another $9 million.
Plan to rehouse the homeless
FOX 26's Heather Sullivan has more on a $65 million plan to help those homeless.
How to negotiate for more college financial aid
If you're struggling with how you'll pay for your child's college education this fall, we're going to let you in on a well-kept secret. You can negotiate for more financial aid than a school offers you.