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With the holiday season officially here, many people are likely looking ahead to Black Friday, and anticipating all the deals and promotions we’ll be seeing next week.

The Internal Revenue Service is gearing up for the 2022 tax season, and taxpayers are encouraged to plan ahead.

On Tuesday, residents in the Woodlands voted against two proposals to incorporate the township as a city.

It’s no secret: Traveling by vehicle has gotten pricier this year.

Attending a major sporting event can be overwhelming: You might have to fly or embark on a road trip just to get there, depending on the location of course, and consider your accommodations and where you’ll stay, eat and how you’ll get around.

Inside Hilton Americas in downtown Houston, General Manager Jacques D’rovencourt is making his rounds.

Suze Orman has never shared a bank account with her partner of around 20 years. The financial expert recommends all couples follow this formula to pay bills.

Whether it’s shortages that are driving up prices of certain items or enthusiasm for the day in general, one thing is clear: It looks like there will be a lot of money spent on Halloween this year.

Most HSA owners don't invest their savings. That could short-change them over the long term.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application opened on Oct. 1.

After 40 drawings without a big Powerball winner, maybe Monday night’s 41st attempt will be different.

Bond traders aren’t panicking about higher yields, which should bring some comfort to stock investors.

Residents in the Lone Star State are lucky enough to pay less on unleaded gasoline than the national average, according to a report by AAA.

MiamiCoin has generated roughly $7 million for the city since its August launch, and Mayor Francis Suarez said cryptocurrency contributions could one day replace city taxes.

Many homeowners can expect to see a change in their flood insurance premiums very soon.

A man contracted to build pools in Montgomery County is accused of stealing more than $1.5 million from several families, leaving them with unfinished work in their backyards. The Montgomery County Attorney’s Office charged Mark Mills, 56, with aggregate theft of more than $300,000.

Walmart has scrapped its popular layaway option for the 2021 holiday season, paving the way for a new financing method for shoppers.

The image of two-year-old Chloe Clem making a disapproving face was auctioned in cryptocurrency.

If you’re looking for an exciting getaway before the year ends, there are great deals available for some of the most popular destinations in the world.

A Houston man has pleaded guilty Monday to federal charges for getting more than $1.6 million in Paycheck Protection Program loans, designed to help struggling small businesses pay their employees and stay afloat during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Texas Comptroller’s Office announced Thursday they have more than $6 billion in unclaimed property, and they are ready to give it back to Texans.

The show was originally pitched as a competition series but will now become a documentary.

We know it and you know it, too: The pandemic messed with a LOT of people’s jobs.

If you’re ready to get out of town for the holidays this year, experts are saying right now is the time to buy your flights.

Houstonians know a lot about how the hot, humid Texas summers can drive up energy costs.

There are understandable concerns from homebuyers about inventory and sky-high prices, but there might have been recent some encouraging news to help alleviate those worries.

Just in the past few weeks, the Biden administration announced it would take steps to address a severe housing shortage in the U.S.

Harris County Precinct One Constable Alan Rosen was front and center on Thursday announcing the donation of more than $180,000 to the South Texas College of Law Eviction Defense Project.

The sign dedicated to the 14-year-old appears to have been hit by a car and removed.

Lebanon’s government has agreed to pay tens of thousands of poor families cash assistance in U.S. dollars from a World Bank loan as the country’s economic crisis deepens

The Houston Texans have something good to show off as the 2021 season begins.

Floyd Mayweather is the proud owner of a mansion in Miami Beach, after throwing down serious coin last week.

After sleeping on the night bus with her daughter, Jo was forced to borrow money.

<a href="https://smartasset.com/data-studies/cities-with-the-strongest-economic-recoveries-from-covid-19-2021" target="_blank">A new study by SmartAsset</a>, a financial technology company, is looking at the economic rebound of 49 of the largest U.S. cities, which includes Houston.

We’ve all heard about it by now: Houses are selling like crazy (and they have been for quite some time), interest rates have been at all-time lows, and it seems like everywhere you turn, you learn of another wild real estate story.

It’s a good bet that just about all of us have thrown something away on accident.

Forbes lists Texas-native Kendra Scott among Forbes' Richest Self-Made Women 2021.

Here’s a breakdown of what certain countries pay athletes when they win a medal in the Summer Olympics, according to Forbes.

Officials warn that the severity of natural disasters is outpacing efforts to prevent their damage.

You know it's hot in Houston, but did you know that neighborhoods under the same weather conditions can be 20 degrees hotter than a place just down the road? Why is that? What's happening?

Monday will have a new meaning for Texas lottery players!

Dancer Yami "Rowdy" Lofvenberg was labelled "stupid" at school. Now she has returned to education - as a lecturer.

The Harris County Justice Administration Department is offering to pay suspected criminals who have missed court $30 in exchange for information about why they missed court.

Sioban Moore escaped disaster by a whisker after receiving a fake email inviting her for a jab.

Every single day millions get behind a wheel in Texas.

Harris County Precinct One Constable Alan Rosen made national headlines last September for showing how families were being evicted during the pandemic. In the days that followed, Rosen and his team raised $252,000 through a GoFundMe account to help those dealing with evictions.

Texas’ sales tax holiday is right around the corner. During the three-day event, shoppers will have a chance to save money on school supplies and more.

Keep in mind that items you no longer wear can often be used by someone else.

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The seizure is the largest of its kind in the UK - beating the previous record set just weeks ago.

Ben Moore says he was "sceptical" about the offer but messages on Twitter looked "so genuine".

The supermarket giant says its customers increasingly go online for their entertainment.

If you've ever tried disputing errors on your credit report, then you know it's no easy feat and can be extremely time-consuming and frustrating. Certified consumer credit counselor and president of Credit 360 Consulting promises to do the heavy lifting for you to save you time and money.

People underestimate how much their ideal retirement will cost, according to author Dan Ariely, a professor at Duke University. Here's how much you'll need.

While the money could offer relief to families, some parents may want to opt out.

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The seller’s market is as hot as summertime in Houston, so if you’ve been thinking about selling your property, now just might be the perfect time. Houston area realtor Amy Armstrong shares her expert advice on how best to take advantage of the current seller’s market.

Of course, it depends on when you book and how savvy you are at tracking airfare deals, but scoring a great deal on a flight these days certainly isn’t impossible.

The Internal Revenue Service has launched two new online tools designed to help parents manage their monthly child tax credit payments.

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East End Houston is getting a new innovation manufacturing center that is expected to create 1,000 new companies within the next five years in the Houston area.

Whether you have a go-to detergent or you buy whatever is on sale, you should know not all laundry detergents are created equal. Higher-priced detergents don't always get your clothes as clean as less expensive products.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced that major tobacco companies have reached a settlement agreement that will award the state of Texas $195 million.

Flood of federal dollars and new D.C. zoning plan could be game-changers for affordable housing.

Golf is a notable Father’s Day pastime that’s not going anywhere any time soon.

Thousands of small businesses are still waiting for Covid-related insurance payouts.

Whether you're setting aside cash for retirement or are simply trying to grow your wealth, you should be in control of your finances.

Get ready, parents – diapers are about to get even more expensive.

As the number of Americans investing in cryptocurrency has increased, so too have the scams. The Federal Trade Commission released new data showing cryptocurrency-related investment scams have skyrocketed.

Fidelity is launching a new type of account for teenagers to save, spend and invest their money.

If your bank balance is looking anything but healthy right now, this might help.

Pub and cafe owners in Bolton are apprehensive about reopening amid a rise in the Indian variant.

If you’re looking for travel ideas that won’t break the bank, there’s a new digital series offering inexpensive tips to help you explore top US cities such as New Orleans, Savannah, Nashville, Boston, New York City, and even Houston.

At KPRC 2, we’re dedicated to keeping Houstonians informed. As part of our <a href="https://www.click2houston.com/topic/ask_2/">Ask 2 series</a>, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things Houston.

17-year-old Tyla-Simone Crayton started her business from her home kitchen, and now her sauce is sold in over 21 cities around the country.

Beam aimed to let users earn higher interest rates on their money by engaging with its mobile savings app. Beam — the mobile savings app that imploded last year after a CNBC investigation revealed dozens of customers were unable to get their money out — has been shut down for good under a tentative settlement with the Federal Trade Commission. As part of the settlement, Beam is banned from operating a mobile banking app or any other product or service that can be used to deposit, store, or withdraw funds. Under the settlement, neither Beam nor Du admit wrongdoing. Beam, which launched in 2019, billed itself as "the first mobile high-interest savings account for the 99%."

President Joe Biden's Covid relief plan is making its way through Congress. The $1.9 trillion bill includes money for a myriad of programs, including enhanced unemployment benefits, vaccination efforts and $1,400 stimulus checks. Funding new relief spending involves an interesting way of borrowing and figuratively printing money, according to Sahil Bloom, a financial educator and vice president at Altamont Capital Partners. Bloom said the government can create money without actually printing physical currency. Check out this video to see who actually "clicks the button" and to learn how the process can backfire.

“I don’t think they got their money’s worth. I think most of our statistics, particularly those related to crime show that doling out overtime like drunken sailors didn’t make our city safer. As we’ve seen twofold increases in carjackings, violent crime ... significantly higher than the year previous and in some cases the highest it’s been in five years, all that extra money was spent with nothing to show for it,” Lopez said.

There are so many ways to earn, manage and invest your money that it really takes some preparation to get it right. Here is a list of some great free resources to learn more about managing your money. Government ResourcesSeveral government agencies offer free learning resources for new investors. Here are some of my favorite resources:The IRS' Interactive Tax Assistant program offers a plethora of answers to common tax issues and questions. The Social Security Administration also offers excellent resources for mapping out any benefits for which you might qualify - how much you can anticipate to receive in Social Security or SSDI benefits; Medicare; and more.

What is the GSA, and what role does it play in the transition?

The Department of Health and Human Services says it will "force repayment" of more than $120,000 in coronavirus relief funds paid out to Tennessee's Jamestown Regional Medical Center. The hospital has been closed since last June. Its owner, Rennova, owes millions in unpaid federal taxes, but received $121,722 for the closed Jamestown facility. In a statement Tuesday, Congressman Tim Burchett said he would seek an explanation from HHS on how Jamestown got relief funding. "There has clearly been a mistake if an out-of-business hospital that's millions behind on federal taxes and hasn't paid its former employees was able to receive federal COVID-19 assistance.

USBG Bartender Emergency Assistance Program - The United States Bartenders Guild is providing grants of $150 and up to $500 to bartenders affected by the pandemic. Southern Smoke Emergency Relief Program - This nonprofit is providing emergency funding to bar and restaurant employees or owners whose insurance is not providing compensation for unforeseen expenses due to COVID-19. DoorDash COVID-19 Financial Assistance Program - DoorDash is providing financial assistance to Dashers who are ill with COVID-19, have been active on the platform for at least 30 days and who completed at least 30 deliveries in the last 30 days before being diagnosed. For artists, musicians and actorsDramatists Guild Foundation Emergency COVID-19 Fund - The Dramatists Guild Foundation is providing emergency financial assistance to playwrights, composers, lyricists, librettists struggling due to COVID-19 related circumstances. Actors Fund Emergency Financial Assistance - The Actors Fund is providing emergency financial assistance to eligible union and non-union workers in entertainment and performing arts.

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But Rakuten (formerly E-Bates) has only helped me save money. Youre probably familiar with shopping through other web portals to save money at certain retailers. We can save you on this purchase! With just one click, you can save money. April 16: Save money on iced coffee by making your ownAs an early morning reporter and mom of three, I work two shifts. (KPRC Channel 2)April 14: Save Money with Meal Planning- Here are 2 weeks of menus & a shopping listI think its safe to say were all cooking a lot more these days.

Eddie Money performs on stage during the iHeart80s Party 2017 at SAP Center on Jan. 28, 2017, in San Jose, California. It's so hard to imagine our world without him, however he will live on forever through his music," the Money family's statement read. Money first announced his cancer diagnosis last month in a clip for the second season of his reality TV show, "Real Money." "I thought I was just going in to get a checkup, and he told me I got cancer," Money said in the clip. Money signed with Columbia Records in 1976, and his debut album, "Eddie Money," went double-platinum.

Eddie Money performs on stage during the iHeart80s Party 2017 at SAP Center on Jan. 28, 2017, in San Jose, California. (CNN) - Eddie Money, the singer and songwriter that was known for hits from the 1970's and 1980's such as "Baby Hold On" and "Take Me Home Tonight," died Friday morning following complications from esophageal cancer, his family announced. It's so hard to imagine our world without him, however he will live on forever through his music," the Money family's statement read. Money first announced his cancer diagnosis last month in a clip for the second season of his reality TV show, "Real Money." "I thought I was just going in to get a checkup, and he told me I got cancer," Money said in the clip.

Cardi B, Chance the Rapper and T.I. During Cardi's headlining set at the 2019 Made in America Festival in Philadelphia on Sunday, the "Money" rapper unveiled the first teaser for Netflix's first-ever music competition series, Rhythm + Flow. "I think what sets it apart is, we're actually looking for rap artists, you know what I'm saying?" Like, people do, like, music, talent, all these dancing things, we're looking for rap artists, hip-hop artists. I'm looking for the next Cardi B."

But as an article in The Washington Post asks, whats the price of free? The story looks largely at the website Credit Karma, and says if you use the site, you might be paying with your privacy. Credit Karma CEO Kenneth Lin spoke with the Post about how the site operates. But when it comes to tax services, Forbes once described Credit Karma as Big Brother with benefits. The site doesnt make money by selling data, but it does so another way. When you consent in the first place, Credit Karma has the legal right to use your data for 10 years, the Post added.

A new study shows how the trade-offs we make on time and money shape happiness. Dr. Holly Phillips joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the study's findings.

You can soon send money through Gmail Paying your bills could soon be as easy as checking your email. CNET's Dan Ackerman joins CBSN with more on how Google is building a new service that will let you send money through Gmail.

Why pay money to go through the pain of CrossFit? Getting in shape is a popular New Year's Resolution. Contributor Luke Burbank tackles the hardcore workout regimen CrossFit.

How to save money this holiday season With just over two weeks to go before 2015 arrives, financial advisers say there's still time to make year-end money moves. Jill Schlesinger explains.

What's happened to the money from the book? Mark Owen says he had hoped to donate the profits from "No Easy Day" to charity. But that was before his legal battle with the government.

A Money magazine survey finds married couples argue more about their finances than household chores because more women are becoming breadwinners. Money magazine senior writer Donna Rosato discusses the new dynamic between married couples with the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts.