House down payments: Highest and lowest averages by city
The average down payment when buying a home in the U.S. is about $56,000 which is 24% more than a year ago.
The average down payment when buying a home in the U.S. is about $56,000 which is 24% more than a year ago.
Most common hidden ‘junk fees’ and how much they cost you
Junk fees increase the total cost of many goods and services including concert tickets, hotel rooms, gym memberships and utility bills.
Junk fees increase the total cost of many goods and services including concert tickets, hotel rooms, gym memberships and utility bills.
Housing prices in these states will become 'more affordable,’ Redfin CEO says
The Fed’s handling of rate cuts will play a key role in 2024 housing affordability, but according to one expert, certain U.S. states are already seeing "good" signs.
The Fed’s handling of rate cuts will play a key role in 2024 housing affordability, but according to one expert, certain U.S. states are already seeing "good" signs.
The future of VA home loans | Care Force
On the list of counties with the most veteran homebuyers, Maricopa County ranks second in the country. Last year, there were 10,000 VA home loan transactions in Arizona. With the recent National Association of Realtors settlement taking effect later this summer, some veterans are concerned they could be disadvantaged in the housing market. FOX 10's Christina Carilla has this Care Force story.
On the list of counties with the most veteran homebuyers, Maricopa County ranks second in the country. Last year, there were 10,000 VA home loan transactions in Arizona. With the recent National Association of Realtors settlement taking effect later this summer, some veterans are concerned they could be disadvantaged in the housing market. FOX 10's Christina Carilla has this Care Force story.
Auto expert advises Arizonans not to wait to get your car's A/C fixed
With the summer heating up in the Valley, auto shops are prepared to see more cars needing air conditioner repairs. An auto shop owner is forewarning drivers to not put off A/C repairs ahead of triple-digit days.
With the summer heating up in the Valley, auto shops are prepared to see more cars needing air conditioner repairs. An auto shop owner is forewarning drivers to not put off A/C repairs ahead of triple-digit days.
Planet Fitness’ free summer pass returns for high schoolers
Teens will be able to work out for free with Planet Fitness’ High School Summer Pass. Here’s what to know and how to register.
Teens will be able to work out for free with Planet Fitness’ High School Summer Pass. Here’s what to know and how to register.
Chia seeds sold at Walmart recalled over salmonella concerns
Great Value Organic Black Chia Seeds is being recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination.
Great Value Organic Black Chia Seeds is being recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination.
Dolly Parton fans can get a free Krispy Kreme doughnut Saturday: Here's how
Country music icon Dolly Parton teams up with Krispy Kreme to introduce the "Dolly Southern Sweets Doughnut Collection," featuring four mouthwatering flavors.
Country music icon Dolly Parton teams up with Krispy Kreme to introduce the "Dolly Southern Sweets Doughnut Collection," featuring four mouthwatering flavors.
Consumers buying more chicken as inflation continues
With the surge in meat costs related to inflation, shoppers are going to cheaper alternatives like chicken at their local grocery stores.
With the surge in meat costs related to inflation, shoppers are going to cheaper alternatives like chicken at their local grocery stores.
US home prices have surged 47% since the start of 2020
Home prices are rising at faster pace than the 1990s and 2010s.
Home prices are rising at faster pace than the 1990s and 2010s.
Here are the top 10 rental markets for recent college grads
Researchers put together a new report featuring the best places for new grads to call home, and these are the cities that made this year’s list.
Researchers put together a new report featuring the best places for new grads to call home, and these are the cities that made this year’s list.
Red Lobster reportedly closing dozens of US restaurants: See the closure list
Red Lobster has closed at least 48 locations across the U.S. as the seafood restaurant chain faces financial trouble, according to a restaurant liquidator who is holding an online auction.
Red Lobster has closed at least 48 locations across the U.S. as the seafood restaurant chain faces financial trouble, according to a restaurant liquidator who is holding an online auction.
Cream cheese recalled at major retailers for possible salmonella contamination
Recalled cream cheese products were sold at major retailers like Aldi, Hy-Vee, Schnucks, and Hornbacher's in several U.S. states.
Recalled cream cheese products were sold at major retailers like Aldi, Hy-Vee, Schnucks, and Hornbacher's in several U.S. states.
Target changes Pride merch strategy
Target announced it will feature items in certain stores during Pride Month in June. It will provide adult apparel, home goods, food and beverages in stores chosen based on historical sales performance and on its website. Some products last year prompted a significant backlash, leading to the relocation of products in many stores.
Target announced it will feature items in certain stores during Pride Month in June. It will provide adult apparel, home goods, food and beverages in stores chosen based on historical sales performance and on its website. Some products last year prompted a significant backlash, leading to the relocation of products in many stores.
Airlines file lawsuit over Biden's 'hidden junk fees' crackdown
U.S. airlines, including American, Delta, and United, have filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration to overturn a new rule requiring upfront fee transparency, arguing it overreaches authority and confuses consumers, while the Transportation Department vows to defend against what it calls "hidden junk fees."
U.S. airlines, including American, Delta, and United, have filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration to overturn a new rule requiring upfront fee transparency, arguing it overreaches authority and confuses consumers, while the Transportation Department vows to defend against what it calls "hidden junk fees."
Reports: McDonald's planning $5 meal deal to win back customers
McDonald's is reportedly introducing a $5 meal deal in an effort to attract customers deterred by recent price increases.
McDonald's is reportedly introducing a $5 meal deal in an effort to attract customers deterred by recent price increases.
Target pulls back on Pride-themed merchandise after last year's backlash
According to an emailed statement obtained by the Associated Press, Target is reducing its in-store availability of Pride-themed merchandise due to previous backlash, making this decision based on "guest insights and consumer research."
According to an emailed statement obtained by the Associated Press, Target is reducing its in-store availability of Pride-themed merchandise due to previous backlash, making this decision based on "guest insights and consumer research."
Big changes are coming to air conditioning units in 2025, industry expert says
Air conditioning experts say within the last year and a half, the A/C industry has gone through significant changes with more on the way. We found out how it'll impact homeowners who need a new A/C unit once the one they have now dies.
Air conditioning experts say within the last year and a half, the A/C industry has gone through significant changes with more on the way. We found out how it'll impact homeowners who need a new A/C unit once the one they have now dies.
Big changes coming to air conditioning units in 2025
Air conditioning experts say within the last year and a half, the A/C industry has gone through significant changes with more on the way. We found out how it'll impact homeowners who need a new A/C unit once the one they have now dies. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has the story.
Air conditioning experts say within the last year and a half, the A/C industry has gone through significant changes with more on the way. We found out how it'll impact homeowners who need a new A/C unit once the one they have now dies. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has the story.
Sriracha shortage likely looms again as Huy Fong halts production
Huy Fong Foods has halted sriracha production due to a severe chili shortage caused by drought in Mexico, leading to a potential repeat of last year's supply disruptions and price surges on the resale market.
Huy Fong Foods has halted sriracha production due to a severe chili shortage caused by drought in Mexico, leading to a potential repeat of last year's supply disruptions and price surges on the resale market.