In North Texas buying a home costs 73% more than renting
Housing affordability continues to be a conundrum for many Americans, both from the perspective of renting and buying. Recent findings from a comprehensive Bankrate study indicate a significant tilt towards renting being more economical than buying, particularly in large metropolitan areas.
What's the 'fiduciary standard of care' and why should I care?
When you're trusting someone with your money, there's an expectation that they have your best interests in mind. But that's not always the case. Jill Schlesinger writes in her latest blog: "For years I have bemoaned the fact that many financial professionals were not always required to act in the …
Warm Tuesday with storm chances increasing later in the week
It's another humid morning across North Texas, with some fog forming across the area. Temperatures started in the 60s Tuesday morning with low clouds invading from the south. It'll be another nice day with highs in the mid-80s. South winds have returned at 10 to 20 mph. Photo credit: National Weat…
Would you know how to handle an emergency where you'd have to do first aid?
Our App today is called First Aid: American Red Cross. This might be one of the most important apps you can have on your phone or tablet. When something bad happens, would you know how to handle an emergency where you'd have to do first aid? The Red Cross has a whole series of apps and each one of …
Frost begins clean-up from Friday tornadoes
The National Weather Service has confirmed ten tornadoes hit North and Central Texas during severe weather Friday. Four tornadoes hit McLennan County. The National Weather Service estimates wind speeds in those storms reached 75 to 115 miles an hour.
It's 'Shark Tank' with a heart, five local nonprofit start-ups compete for funding
In an innovative approach to community development and social entrepreneurship, the United Way of Metropolitan Dallas is again hosting "The Pitch" on Thursday, May 2.
Monday morning fog across North Texas to give way to sunny, warm afternoon
A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect until 9 a.m. The fog will slowly burn off as we head through late morning. Sunshine will return eventually, as temperatures warm into the low to mid-80s. Photo credit: National Weather Service
Students retrieve belongings from Bowie High School before classes resume Monday
Students at Bowie High School in Arlington returned to campus Friday for the first time since Wednesday's shooting to retrieve their belongings. Wednesday afternoon, police say a 17-year-old student shot and killed an 18-year-old student outside the school just before dismissal. Photo credit: Alan…
Humid, windy Friday, with a chance of severe storms over the weekend
Scattered storms will be around Friday and Saturday, but most of North Texas will stay dry. The best storm chance will be in the first half of Sunday, when some storms may become severe. Photo credit: National Weather Service
Go minimalist and get help getting rid of stuff you don't need, if you wish
Our App today is called Get Rid Of It. Have you ever noticed how much stuff you have that you just don't need anymore? This is an app to help you do a little cutting down. Go minimalist, if you wish. Get rid of stuff that doesn't bring you joy. It works like a challenge. You have a month. Get rid o…