Mortgage demand jumps as rates drop
Home purchase activity saw a surge last week after long-term mortgage rates fell for the first time in two months.
Home purchase activity saw a surge last week after long-term mortgage rates fell for the first time in two months.
Here are ways to avoid scams on Black Friday
Experts warn of criminals using elaborate scams to take advantage of unsuspecting consumers searching for holiday bargains on Black Friday.
Experts warn of criminals using elaborate scams to take advantage of unsuspecting consumers searching for holiday bargains on Black Friday.
Avocados, tequila could be targets of Trump's tariffs
Trump's proposed 25% tariffs on Mexico could raise prices on avocados, tequila, and more, impacting both U.S. consumers and Mexican producers.
Trump's proposed 25% tariffs on Mexico could raise prices on avocados, tequila, and more, impacting both U.S. consumers and Mexican producers.
When do major stores open on Black Friday?
Walmart, Best Buy and others are due to kickstart holiday shopping with Black Friday deals.
Walmart, Best Buy and others are due to kickstart holiday shopping with Black Friday deals.
Here's how much shoppers say they plan to spend on holiday gifts this year
Consumers eager to get an early start on their holiday shopping are willing to spare no expense on gifts, according to a new poll.
Consumers eager to get an early start on their holiday shopping are willing to spare no expense on gifts, according to a new poll.
Subway ends its $6.99 meal deal in restaurants early: Here’s what to know
The $6.99 Meal Deal was one of many value offerings rolled out by fast-food restaurants seeking to lure in cost-conscious customers.
The $6.99 Meal Deal was one of many value offerings rolled out by fast-food restaurants seeking to lure in cost-conscious customers.
Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae backing bigger home loans in 2025
The loan amount limits for mortgages backed by Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae will rise by 5.2% next year to over $800,000, the Federal Housing Finance Agency announced.
The loan amount limits for mortgages backed by Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae will rise by 5.2% next year to over $800,000, the Federal Housing Finance Agency announced.
What you should know before going Black Friday shopping
If you're going Black Friday shopping this week, here are a couple of tips to help you from falling victim to a scam.
If you're going Black Friday shopping this week, here are a couple of tips to help you from falling victim to a scam.
Here's how many Californians moved to Texas last year
Not only do Texans like to stay in Texas, but Californians like to move to Texas, according to the Fall 2024 Texas Relocation Report from Texas Realtors.
Not only do Texans like to stay in Texas, but Californians like to move to Texas, according to the Fall 2024 Texas Relocation Report from Texas Realtors.
Austin Energy lowers customers' bills for a third month
Austin Energy will be lowering bills for customers for the third straight month.
Austin Energy will be lowering bills for customers for the third straight month.
Trump's proposed tariffs could drive up food prices, experts say
A critical concern among economists is that President-elect Donald Trump's proposed blanket tariffs on imports would drive up food prices.
A critical concern among economists is that President-elect Donald Trump's proposed blanket tariffs on imports would drive up food prices.
Buyer beware: 5 tricks online retailers use to get you to buy more
Online shoppers should pay attention to common tactics retailers and advertisers use to get you to buy more.
Online shoppers should pay attention to common tactics retailers and advertisers use to get you to buy more.
Food recalls ahead of Thanksgiving: 3 you should know about
The FDA and USDA announced three recent recalls on food items that have been potentially contaminated with E. coli and listeria as Thanksgiving approaches.
The FDA and USDA announced three recent recalls on food items that have been potentially contaminated with E. coli and listeria as Thanksgiving approaches.
Steve Noviello's 2024 Holiday Gift Guide
FOX 4 Consumer reporter Steve Noviello gets more than 1,000 product pitches each year. He shares the greatest gifts of the season in this 2024 Holiday Gift Guide.
FOX 4 Consumer reporter Steve Noviello gets more than 1,000 product pitches each year. He shares the greatest gifts of the season in this 2024 Holiday Gift Guide.
Forget about shopping on Black Friday: This retailer wants you to go outside
This company is shutting down its nearly 200 retail locations, distribution centers and website on Black Friday.
This company is shutting down its nearly 200 retail locations, distribution centers and website on Black Friday.
Here's what the housing market will look like in 2025
Mortgage rates will play a big role in shaping next year's housing market, according to a new report.
Mortgage rates will play a big role in shaping next year's housing market, according to a new report.
Tortilla strips in 22 states recalled over undeclared allergen: FDA
Fresh Gourmet Tortilla Strips Santa Fe Style have been recalled for an undeclared allergen in the package. Here's what to know.
Fresh Gourmet Tortilla Strips Santa Fe Style have been recalled for an undeclared allergen in the package. Here's what to know.
Ground beef recalled after 19 sickened in Minnesota
At least 19 Minnesotans fell ill from E. coli linked to a national recall of over 167,000 pounds of ground beef. Restaurants across Minnesota were affected, and four cases required hospitalization.
At least 19 Minnesotans fell ill from E. coli linked to a national recall of over 167,000 pounds of ground beef. Restaurants across Minnesota were affected, and four cases required hospitalization.
Hyundai, Kia recall over 208,000 EVs; could suffer loss of power
The recalls cover Hyundai and Genesis vehicles including the 2022 through 2024 Ioniq 5, the 2023 through 2025 Ioniq 6, GV60 and GV70, and the 2023 and 2024 G80.
The recalls cover Hyundai and Genesis vehicles including the 2022 through 2024 Ioniq 5, the 2023 through 2025 Ioniq 6, GV60 and GV70, and the 2023 and 2024 G80.
41% of Black Friday items offer no savings, report finds -- here are the best and worst product categories
After Thanksgiving, shoppers will flood stores looking for the best deals available, but a new survey takes a closer look at if these bargains really offer you the most for your money.
After Thanksgiving, shoppers will flood stores looking for the best deals available, but a new survey takes a closer look at if these bargains really offer you the most for your money.