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Cómo elegir una aplicación de presupuesto que se ajuste a tus objetivos
Read full article: Cómo elegir una aplicación de presupuesto que se ajuste a tus objetivosCon la gran cantidad de aplicaciones de presupuesto disponibles, elegir una que se alinee con tus objetivos puede ayudarte a crear un sistema que funcione eficazmente para ti.
Cómo enfrentar las deudas navideñas del año pasado en 2025
Read full article: Cómo enfrentar las deudas navideñas del año pasado en 2025El gasto navideño dejó a muchos estadounidenses endeudados en 2024, algunos enfrentando cargas financieras significativas. Aquí te mostramos algunas formas de saldar esa deuda.
Consumer News: Girl Scouts retire 2 cookie favorites, Port strike talks, U.S. passport ranking drops
Read full article: Consumer News: Girl Scouts retire 2 cookie favorites, Port strike talks, U.S. passport ranking dropsIn today's consumer headlines: the Girl Scouts retire "S'mores" and "Toast-Yay!" cookies after this year, port strike talks resume ahead of a potential trade shutdown, and the U.S. passport drops to ninth place in global rankings.
Consumer news: Tips for tackling holiday debt, medical debt relief rule, McDonald’s new menu launch
Read full article: Consumer news: Tips for tackling holiday debt, medical debt relief rule, McDonald’s new menu launchIn today's consumer headlines: Americans face $1,100 in holiday debt, new rules erase $49B in medical debt, and McDonald’s launches its “McValue” menu with $5 deals and app perks.
Ford recalls thousands of EV trucks for suspension, control issues, NHTSA says
Read full article: Ford recalls thousands of EV trucks for suspension, control issues, NHTSA saysIn late December, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced recalls for thousands of Ford electric trucks due to an increased crash risk.
San Antonio gas prices drop 9 cents per gallon this week, GasBuddy reports
Read full article: San Antonio gas prices drop 9 cents per gallon this week, GasBuddy reportsGas prices in San Antonio have decreased by 9 cents per gallon over the past week, now averaging $2.58 per gallon, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 886 stations in the city.
Over 4,600 RBFCU customers’ data may be leaked in data breach, Texas AG’s office says
Read full article: Over 4,600 RBFCU customers’ data may be leaked in data breach, Texas AG’s office saysRandolph Brooks Federal Credit Union said someone physically breached one of its ATMs. The Texas Attorney General’s Office said the breach potentially exposed the banking information of 4,607 customers.
Procrastinating until the last minute? Avoid these holiday gift card scams
Read full article: Procrastinating until the last minute? Avoid these holiday gift card scamsA few days are left until Christmas, and procrastinators are likely scrambling to find gift cards for their loved ones to avoid crowds. However, people who aren’t careful could fall for a scam during the holiday rush to get those final names crossed off their Christmas lists.
Party City locations expected to stay open in San Antonio despite closures nationwide
Read full article: Party City locations expected to stay open in San Antonio despite closures nationwideParty City stores in San Antonio are still open despite recent announcements from the Party City corporate office that stores nationwide are closing.
Big Lots preparing going-out-of-business sales at all remaining locations
Read full article: Big Lots preparing going-out-of-business sales at all remaining locationsBig Lots announced on Thursday it would be beginning going-out-of-business (GOB) sales at all remaining locations across the United States.
Consumer News: Fed rate cut expected, FTC tackles junk fees, Walmart tests body cameras
Read full article: Consumer News: Fed rate cut expected, FTC tackles junk fees, Walmart tests body camerasIn today’s consumer news: The Federal Reserve is expected to lower interest rates again, the FTC will eliminate hidden fees in bookings in four months, and Walmart is testing body cameras for employee safety in select stores.
Navigating holiday returns: best and worst store policies revealed
Read full article: Navigating holiday returns: best and worst store policies revealedReturning a Christmas gift? You might not need a receipt, but be aware of potential restocking fees. Consumer Reports reveals the best and worst return policies.
These San Antonio businesses were affected by layoffs in 2024
Read full article: These San Antonio businesses were affected by layoffs in 2024In 2023, there were 2,215 layoffs across Bexar County. Comparatively, 2024 has seen 1,279 layoffs, according to Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act notice data from the Texas Workforce Commission.
US to require passenger vehicles to sound alarms if rear passengers don't fasten their seat belts
Read full article: US to require passenger vehicles to sound alarms if rear passengers don't fasten their seat beltsStarting in September of 2027, all new passenger vehicles in the U.S. will have to sound a warning if rear-seat passengers don’t buckle up.
San Antonio gas prices drop 13.6 cents per gallon, GasBuddy reports
Read full article: San Antonio gas prices drop 13.6 cents per gallon, GasBuddy reportsGas prices in San Antonio have decreased by 13.6 cents per gallon over the past week, now averaging $2.42 per gallon, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 886 stations in the city.
Consumer News: Buy now, pay later surges; Mega Millions jackpot at $740M; Santa discipline tactics
Read full article: Consumer News: Buy now, pay later surges; Mega Millions jackpot at $740M; Santa discipline tacticsIn today's consumer headlines: Buy now, pay later services hit $991.2 million on Cyber Monday; some parents are using Santa to manage behavior despite expert caution; Mega Millions jackpot reaches $740 million.
Homeland Security Investigations warns of holiday scams targeting grandparents, vulnerable groups
Read full article: Homeland Security Investigations warns of holiday scams targeting grandparents, vulnerable groupsScammers are targeting seniors and other vulnerable groups, including people who may be isolated, are struggling financially or are unaware of common scam tactics.
Consumer News: Stanley travel mugs recalled, jobless claims rise, task scams surge
Read full article: Consumer News: Stanley travel mugs recalled, jobless claims rise, task scams surgeStanley recalls over 2.5 million travel mugs due to a faulty lid posing burn risks. Jobless claims rise to 242,000, surpassing expectations. And the FTC warns of a surge in task-related scams.
Recall Roundup: QVC Oven Gloves, Anker Bluetooth Speakers, Polaris Vehicles pulled for safety
Read full article: Recall Roundup: QVC Oven Gloves, Anker Bluetooth Speakers, Polaris Vehicles pulled for safetySeveral popular products are recalled due to serious safety concerns, including QVC Oven Gloves, a lithium-ion Bluetooth speaker and off-road vehicles.
Consumer News: Proposed tariffs may hike Dollar Tree prices, Bitcoin tops $100K
Read full article: Consumer News: Proposed tariffs may hike Dollar Tree prices, Bitcoin tops $100KProposed tariffs could raise Dollar Tree prices. Bitcoin surpasses $100K after Trump's SEC pick. Survey finds alone time crucial for mental health, though many lack it during the holidays.
Gasolina baja casi 18 centavos en San Antonio, informa GasBuddy
Read full article: Gasolina baja casi 18 centavos en San Antonio, informa GasBuddyLos precios de la gasolina en San Antonio han bajado 17.6 centavos por galón en la última semana, con un promedio de $2.48 por galón este lunes, según GasBuddy.
Average gas prices down nearly 18 cents in San Antonio, GasBuddy reports
Read full article: Average gas prices down nearly 18 cents in San Antonio, GasBuddy reportsGas prices in the Alamo City have fallen 17.6 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.48 per gallon on Monday, according to GasBuddy.
West Side businesses highlight local culture, community on Small Business Saturday
Read full article: West Side businesses highlight local culture, community on Small Business SaturdaySeveral small West Side businesses came together and encouraged people to shop locally during Small Business Saturday.
¿Planea donar a organizaciones benéficas esta temporada? Conozca estos consejos antes de hacerlo
Read full article: ¿Planea donar a organizaciones benéficas esta temporada? Conozca estos consejos antes de hacerloLas fiestas son un momento en el que muchas personas abren sus carteras para donar a organizaciones benéficas, pero si no tienen cuidado, podrían estar donando a una estafa.
Giving to charity this holiday season? Know these tips before you donate
Read full article: Giving to charity this holiday season? Know these tips before you donateThe holidays are a time when many people open their wallets to donate to charities, but if you’re not careful, you could be donating to a scam.
Questions to ask before you hire someone to install your outdoor lights this holiday
Read full article: Questions to ask before you hire someone to install your outdoor lights this holidayMike Chapeau installs Christmas lights for clients during the holidays. He warns people to ask questions and wait for the work to be done before they hand over money.
Comisión Federal de Comercio descubre inconsistencias de precios en funerarias durante investigación
Read full article: Comisión Federal de Comercio descubre inconsistencias de precios en funerarias durante investigaciónLa Comisión Federal de Comercio realizó su primera investigación telefónica encubierta sobre la regla funeraria, y descubrió que varios proveedores de servicios funerarios no entregan la información de precios como lo exige la ley, según un nuevo informe.
Undercover FTC phone sweep uncovers pricing inaccuracies at funeral homes
Read full article: Undercover FTC phone sweep uncovers pricing inaccuracies at funeral homesThe Federal Trade Commission’s first-ever undercover Funeral Rule phone sweep found several funeral providers are not giving out pricing information to customers as required by law, according to a new report.
Aplicaciones de pago digital enfrentarán nueva supervisión federal bajo nueva regla
Read full article: Aplicaciones de pago digital enfrentarán nueva supervisión federal bajo nueva reglaLa Oficina de Protección Financiera del Consumidor ha finalizado una nueva normativa que introduce la supervisión federal para las principales aplicaciones de pago digital, como Venmo, Cash App y PayPal.