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‘Money: It’s Personal’ — Saving for emergencies
Saving for emergencies feels hard when bills are piling up in the mailbox, but it can save you a lot of headaches in the long run if you’re prepared financially.
All the best freebies, deals for Veterans Day 2019
Many businesses and companies even offer veterans and active-duty military members freebies or discounts as a way to say thank you
Calling all princesses to-be: Disney now offering tailor-made subscription boxes
Who doesn't want to become a Disney princess? Take that dream and make it a reality with this new subscription box from Disney.
'Money: It's Personal' — Where did all my money go?
When measuring your financial well-being, it's essential to keep tabs on your money to avoid misusing it or overspending. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has som...
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City Council approves millions in incentives for two projects expected to bring 1,200 jobs
The City Council has approved incentive packages for two projects that are expected to bring about 1,200 jobs to San Antonio.
AAA: Cheaper gas around the corner
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'Money: It's Personal' — Creating better personal finance habits
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'Money: It's Personal' — Car rental fees to account for before hitting the road this holiday season
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'Money: It's Personal' — How to make saving easier for yourself
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‘Money: It's Personal': Preventing and reporting elder fraud
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‘Money: It's Personal': How to include your digital assets in your final wishes
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USAA ranks high with customers in Consumer Reports survey
USAA ranked high among insurance companies when Consumer Reports asked its members to rate their satisfaction after filing a claim with their insurer.
New quarter honors this historic San Antonio park
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‘Money: It's Personal' — Tips for finding best insurance rates
Insurance companies are a dime a dozen, so choosing the right company with the right coverage can save you a lot of time and money if you ever find yourself needing to fi...
Adulting Hacks: Tips to negotiate cable, internet contracts with service reps
This week's Adulting Hacks segment is all about what you should and shouldn't do when negotiating a service contract with a customer service associate.
Changes are coming to W-4 form. Here's what you need to know.
The Internal Revenue Service has issued a major revision to the 2020 W-4 form. Here's what you need to know about the changes.
Survey: Drivers want better fuel economy over lower price
Nearly three out of four people who drive pickup trucks and large SUVs said they want their wheels to go easier on the fuel next time around.
Texas gas prices for Labor Day weekend lowest since 2016
If you’re making travel plans this weekend, you’re in luck! The Labor Day gas prices are the lowest Texas has seen since 2016.
'Money: It's Personal' — Tips on how to prevent credit card fraud at the register
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How much house can you really afford
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Dream job alert: For your dog! Go review all the best pet-friendly hotels
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Paying cash for medical care could save you money
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Brace yourself, Texas: This is what top university, college leaders are getting paid
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Disney launches new vacation package to help families
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Understand: 5G technology and where it's headed
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'Money: It's Personal' — Avoiding student loan scams
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Calling all teachers, students: A list of companies offering you major deals, discounts this month
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Why Soo Locks are so important to US economy: Unlocking value of engineering gem
The numbers backing up the importance of the Soo Locks are staggering.
City leaders address economic segregation in San Antonio; some residents think it may be too late
San Antonio is being called one of the most economically segregated cities in the country, and some residents believe it may be too late to address the issue.
America has a new favorite fast food restaurant -- and it doesn't even involve burgers
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Dieters beware: Cheesecake Factory offering half-off slices
The promotion will be offered at 201 locations throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico during regular business hours, with a limit of one slice per dine-in guest.
‘Money: It's Personal' — Money management program helps current, future service members
Choose your own adventure. That's the name of the game with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's new Misadventures in Money Management program.
7 questions you were too embarrassed to ask about Prime Day
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Charming Charlie to close all of its 261 stores
Charming Charlie plans to close all of its 261 stores in 38 states, according to published reports Thursday.
‘Money: It's Personal' — Government imposters
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Want to travel the world and still keep your job? This may be for you
Jobs tend to stop people from taking the plunge and moving to a different city to gain new experiences, but this company is trying to let you travel and keep your job at ...
These were Amazon's bestselling items on Prime Day 2018
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'Money: It's Personal' — Vacationing scam-free
Texans get sales tax break on energy-efficient, water-saving products
If mulching flower beds or upgrading your fridge is on your to-do list, you can save money this weekend as the state waives sales tax on a number of energy-efficient and ...
Staying at Disney? What'd you forget? Amazon now offers 1-day shipping to resorts
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Bird scooters aren't just for rental anymore: Would you buy one?
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These 6 'Star Wars' Lego sets are some of the rarest in the galaxy
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CONSUMER ROUNDUP: Beware one-ring scam; tattoo ink recalled; Central Market top-rated grocer
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Scan your feet, find shoes that fit: AR coming to the Nike app
Starting in July, the feature, called Nike Fit, will be available in the Nike app, for those in the United States.