5 surefire ways to get out of debt in 2021

If you want to aggressively tackle your debt, you'll need strategies that move the needle.

Austinites share mixed reactions to new CDC, MLB mask guidelines

Under the CDC’s new guidelines, fully vaccinated persons no longer have to wear a mask indoors or outdoors - with the exception of public transport.

City of Georgetown updates COVID-19 safety guidelines

The city of Georgetown is no longer requiring face coverings to be worn in city facilities and all public meetings will return to in-person.

Amazon seeks to hire 75,000 workers; offers $100 to vaccinated hires

Amazon is seeking to hire 75,000 people in a tight job market and is offering bonuses to attract workers, including $100 for new hires who are already vaccinated for COVID-19.

What to consider if you’re buying a fixer-upper

Thinking about buying a fixer-upper? Here’s what you need to consider before signing on the dotted line.

Post-it note co-inventor dies at 80 in St. Paul, Minnesota home

The man credited with inventing the adhesive that spawned the Post-it Note died at the age of 80 in St. Paul, Minn.

Cash-out refinance: Pros, cons, when to get one

A cash-out refinance replaces your current mortgage with a larger mortgage and lets you withdraw equity in cash. You can use the money however you want.

Hospitality industry faces labor shortage as COVID-19 fears linger

As states and cities reopen and ease pandemic-induced restrictions, the hospitality industry is having trouble keeping up with the customer influx due to a lack of workers.