Need help with your phone or laptop? Watch out for what’s known as the “tech support scam,” which is now targeting Apple customers as much as Microsoft Windows users, who represented most victims in the past.
Many of us are trying to save money on our car repair these days, and one way to do that is to look around for cheap oil changes, maybe $19 with a coupon. But those budget changes come with some risks.
The American Trucking Association sent Congress a letter stating that a railroad worker strike could be devastating for the trucking industry and the country’s already stressed supply chain.
Kroger cut the ribbon on the Birmingham fulfillment center in June and has seen steady growth in orders since, and it’s delivering thousands of orders a week already.
Many people tried logging on to their loan servicers website immediately following the president’s announcement to see if a portion of their debt had been canceled, but many of those sites had crashed. That’s why Student Loan Hero is stepping in to clear up some confusion.
The company is offering a $200 rebate for customers who buy the technology before December 1. On their website, it says that smart thermostats help you save energy, time and money at home.
Qualifying households will receive $391 for each participating student to purchase SNAP-eligible food at stores that accept Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards. The benefits cover the summer months retroactively.
The annual initiative allows the 40 libraries in the county, including Birmingham Public Library locations, to allow patrons with late fees the opportunity to donate food to help those in need and have up to $10 of their library fines waived.
New tonight, a warning that you may be paying more than you should be if you borrowed money for a purchase anytime this spring. The Wall Street Journal reported that credit agency Equifax gave inaccurate credit scores on millions of consumers seeking loans.
The demand for locally sourced food is up in Alabama. And local food producers are turning to the online market to deliver the farm right to your front door.
Multiple victims from five states have contacted the BBB to say they’ve collectively lost hundreds of thousands of dollars after wiring money to a business claiming to sell used, heavy equipment on their website. But those victims never got what they paid for.
It’s part of the city’s rental assistance program for families struggling from the pandemic, but now with inflation, they said the need for help is larger than before.
Veteran realtor says data shows home prices are up slightly this year over last year and houses are staying on the market for 16 days this year, compared to 20 days last year.
Experts said the U.S. is expected to place higher sanctions on Russia that could cause dropping gas prices to rise again. They said it could be a 50% increase between early October and December.
We’re all paying close attention to how much we’re spending at the pump, which may explain why more people are now noticing “hold fees” tacked on to their gasoline purchases.
UAB Associate Professor David Becker, PhD, said inflation hasn’t been equal across the board. He said certain sectors have been impacted more and quicker than others.
The Abbott Nutrition plant in Michigan has been closed since February, creating a nationwide formula shortage, but they reopened this week. State officials said production has ramped back up, but it could still be a while before formula is back on Alabama shelves.
With grocery prices soaring, coupons can be a big money saver. But many shoppers these days are now having trouble accessing supermarket coupons because more and more of them now require a smartphone.
During this time, and without disruption, the program will continue processing applications already submitted and will provide financial assistance to eligible households.
New tools on could help you build your credit score. Experian Boost and UltraFICO now use information from utilities, cell phone bills, and other recurring services to determine your credit worthiness.
E15 tends to be $.10 cheaper than gasoline, but the U.S Department of Energy says E15 contains less energy than gasoline, and can reduce mileage by up to 5%.
Whether it’s driving people around, delivering food, renting out a room, or taking care of someone’s pet, there’s probably a part-time hustle that’s perfect for you. But, some are too perfect and turn out to be costly scams.
The Federal Reserve meets Wednesday June 15 and experts predict you can expect to see another interest rate hike. Experts said this will be the third hike this year and likely the biggest one yet, but you should already be seeing some of the effects from the first two.
Residents in unincorporated Jefferson County will have to pay nearly 70% more for trash pickup. The Jefferson County Commission has approved an emergency garbage contract amendment that will cause residential garbage pickup rates to rise.
With the average new car price up to $46,000 in 2022, and used cars up 30% in the past year, many buyers are finding themselves priced out of the market.
Thousands of travelers are returning to cruising this year, for the first time since the pandemic began. But, most cruises now have very strict requirements about what you need to show before boarding.
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