Cheryl Mercedes

HOUSTON — Every new year, many Americans set financial goals: saving more, paying down debt, and improving credit scores. But for a lot of families, those goals feel out of reach. According to Experian, one in four Americans has no emergency savings at al... See more

AUSTIN, Texas — Governor Abbott says he's now working to protect the food supply and your wallet. He's issued a disaster declaration over a flesh-eating fly that could threaten it! It's called the screwworm, and it's exactly as disturbing as it sounds. Th... See more

HOUSTON — Returning online purchases has never been easier. For millions of shoppers, it is as simple as generating a QR code, dropping off the item, and sometimes getting an instant refund. But behind that convenience, retailers say return fraud has quie... See more

HOUSTON — As colder temperatures move in, many Houstonians are turning on their heaters for the first time this season. While staying warm is important, experts warn that heating your home the wrong way can quickly drive up your energy bill. According to ... See more

HOUSTON — Texas seniors are among the most targeted in the nation by financial scammers, according to a new analysis of FBI data. The study, conducted by Mirror Living, uses the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center annual report to rank Texas second in t... See more