Holiday shoppers plan to spend nearly $1,000 this year, survey finds: 3 tips to avoid overspending
Consumers plan to spend $998 this holiday shopping season, according to a National Retail Federation (NRF) survey. Here's how you can overcome higher prices amid shipping delays and labor shortages to take advantage of holiday sales.
Consumers plan to spend $998 this holiday shopping season, according to a National Retail Federation (NRF) survey. Here's how you can overcome higher prices amid shipping delays and labor shortages to take advantage of holiday sales.
Savings window still open: Today's mortgage rates notch second day at money-saving lows | Dec. 1, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for Dec. 1, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for Dec. 1, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Today's mortgage refinance rates rest in bargain-low territory for second straight day | Dec. 1, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Dec. 1, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Dec. 1, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Owlet stops selling baby monitoring smart sock after FDA warning letter
Owlet said the FDA did not identify any safety concerns about the Smart Sock and it will continue to support current customers.
Owlet said the FDA did not identify any safety concerns about the Smart Sock and it will continue to support current customers.
Several Austin food trucks burglarized, no suspects in custody
Business owners believe these break-ins are connected to a more widespread problem affecting East Austin eateries.
Business owners believe these break-ins are connected to a more widespread problem affecting East Austin eateries.
Today's mortgage rates: 20-year rates free fall to lowest level in 7 days | Nov. 30, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for Nov. 30, 2021, which are trending down from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for Nov. 30, 2021, which are trending down from yesterday.
Today's 30-year mortgage refinance rates plunge to 14-day low | Nov. 30, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Nov. 30, 2021, which are mostly down from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Nov. 30, 2021, which are mostly down from yesterday.
Democrats push Biden to cancel student loans after House passes Build Back Better
Progressive lawmakers are calling on President Biden to cancel student loan debt as some Americans have qualified for forgiveness under borrower defense, total and permanent disability (TPD) discharges and a limited PSLF waiver.
Progressive lawmakers are calling on President Biden to cancel student loan debt as some Americans have qualified for forgiveness under borrower defense, total and permanent disability (TPD) discharges and a limited PSLF waiver.
Expanded child tax credit would permanently reduce child poverty, CBPP finds
Build Back Better would make the Child Tax Credit permanently available to low-income families. But the trillion-dollar spending plan faces hurdles in Congress before it can be signed into law.
Build Back Better would make the Child Tax Credit permanently available to low-income families. But the trillion-dollar spending plan faces hurdles in Congress before it can be signed into law.
Facebook owner Meta ordered to sell Giphy by UK antitrust watchdog
The U.K.'s antitrust watchdog has blocked Facebook's acquisition of Giphy and ordered the social network to sell off the GIF-sharing platform.
The U.K.'s antitrust watchdog has blocked Facebook's acquisition of Giphy and ordered the social network to sell off the GIF-sharing platform.
Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey steps down as CEO
Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey is stepping down as CEO, saying he was "really sad...yet really happy" about leaving and that it was his decision.
Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey is stepping down as CEO, saying he was "really sad...yet really happy" about leaving and that it was his decision.
Inflation surges globally as economies reel from pandemic
Rising inflation is leading to price increases for food, gas and other products and pushing many people to choose between digging deeper into their pockets or tightening their belts. In developing economies, it's especially dire.
Rising inflation is leading to price increases for food, gas and other products and pushing many people to choose between digging deeper into their pockets or tightening their belts. In developing economies, it's especially dire.
Strong Cyber Monday sales expected but could fall short of 2020 spending
Both Black Friday and Thanksgiving Day online shopping came in below Adobe's prediction. On Black Friday, online sales reached $8.9 billion, down from the $9 billion in 2020.
Both Black Friday and Thanksgiving Day online shopping came in below Adobe's prediction. On Black Friday, online sales reached $8.9 billion, down from the $9 billion in 2020.
Today's best mortgage bargain? 10-year mortgage rates dip | Nov. 29, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for Nov. 29, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from last Friday.
Check out the mortgage rates for Nov. 29, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from last Friday.
Today's 20-, 10-year mortgage refinance rates return to bargain lows | Nov. 29, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Nov. 29, 2021, which are mixed from last Friday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Nov. 29, 2021, which are mixed from last Friday.
Biden's Build Back Better bill: Half of voters support plan but many fear inflation will worsen, poll shows
Nearly 50% of voters support Biden's Build Back Better plan, a new poll showed. But many are also worried it could worsen inflation rates. Here's what that means for interest rates.
Nearly 50% of voters support Biden's Build Back Better plan, a new poll showed. But many are also worried it could worsen inflation rates. Here's what that means for interest rates.
Getting life insurance while you're young and healthy can save you thousands
The longer you wait to lock in a life insurance premium, the higher your monthly rate will be. Find out how taking out life insurance while you're young and healthy can save you thousands of dollars.
The longer you wait to lock in a life insurance premium, the higher your monthly rate will be. Find out how taking out life insurance while you're young and healthy can save you thousands of dollars.
Small Business Saturday extra important to Austin businesses due to COVID-19
Austin businesses are asking residents to shop small and local this holiday season, especially after the last two years in a pandemic.
Austin businesses are asking residents to shop small and local this holiday season, especially after the last two years in a pandemic.
Small Business Saturday: Consumer spending projected to set new records
Saturday marks Small Business Saturday — a day created to shift consumers’ attention to the stores that call their communities home.
Saturday marks Small Business Saturday — a day created to shift consumers’ attention to the stores that call their communities home.
Supply chain issues: 'Shop early,' California Retailers Association president warns holiday shoppers
"Shop early. If you've got certain gifts in mind…I would definitely purchase them early and have some patience," California Retailers Association (CRA) President Rachel Michelin told Fox News.
"Shop early. If you've got certain gifts in mind…I would definitely purchase them early and have some patience," California Retailers Association (CRA) President Rachel Michelin told Fox News.