Ready to move out of your parents’ home? Here are some tips to help you prepare
If you're ready to get out of your parents' home and make it out on your own, you'll need to take on financial responsibilities and learn how to manage your money correctly. Here are some tips to get you started.
KSAT Money: Maintaining a good credit score
Good credit scores help you secure loans with better interest rates to get a house or car or for other uses. And while there's no magic way to get a good credit score, there are some ways to get your number higher and maintain it.
KSAT Money: Tips for paying off high interest debt
Virtually no investment will offer returns to match the high interest some credit card companies charge when consumers start racking up debt, so it's best to pay it off as soon as possible. Here are some tips to help you get started.
KSAT Money: How to dispute errors on your credit report
Imagine looking at your credit report only to find a big mistake. It can be pretty scary to see. But all consumers are able to dispute those errors by reporting them quickly and correctly. Here are some tips to help you out.
Scammers impersonate these big brands the most to steal your money
Get an unexpected email or text from Best Buy or Amazon? Be careful. Those are two of the companies scammers impersonate the most, according to the Federal Trade Commission.
KSAT Money: How to create better personal finance habits
Sometimes it's hard to build good money habits to manage your finances better, but they can benefit you in the long run if you stick to them. Here's some tips to help you out.
Mosquitoes bugging you? These repellents work best, tests show
Recent rain and warm temperatures make for prime conditions for mosquitoes. Consumer Reports tested several insect repellents to see which ones protect from bites the best.
Most weather-related power outages reported in Bexar County have been restored, CPS Energy says
After rain, lightning and storms caused thousands of power outages Sunday morning, only a handful of CPS Energy customers are still without electricity on Sunday afternoon.
Gas prices spike 15 cents a gallon overnight in San Antonio
Gas prices continue to climb, spiking 15 cents a gallon overnight. And, the conflict between Israel and Iran isn't much of a factor in those prices, according to one oil analyst. But, that could change.
Can soda be healthy?
Can soda ever be good for you? At the grocery store or gas station, you might notice claims on some cans and bottles that say the soft drink has wellness benefits such as easing stress, boosting immunity, and lifting energy. But is that true?
Candy recalled for choking danger; Starbucks mugs recalled after severe burns reported
Roller ball candy is the focus of a safety warning and recall after one child died and another had emergency surgery.
KSAT Money: Types of investments and their risks
If you’ve come across some extra money lately, or you just want to invest, you may start looking into the stock market to grow your finances. With apps such as Robinhood and Stash, it has never been easier.
Look for ‘extra virgin’ on the olive oil bottle for health benefits
Not all olive oils are made the same way. Consumer Reports explains the health benefits of extra virgin olive oil, and taste-testers make recommendations.
Products new homeowners need now to save on repair bills later
Buying a home can be exciting until those little surprises like leaks crop up. Consumer Reports recommends a list of products to save on big headaches and repair bills later.
It’s ‘sick kids season.’ Here’s how to manage.
Doctors offices and urgent cares are busy treating kids with a range of respiratory viruses. Basics like handwashing can help keep them healthy, and even chicken soup can help if they are ill.
San Antonio mom feels vindicated after tests show water beads can be toxic
Tests by consumer advocates and federal regulators reveal what a local mom has been saying for years: water bead toys can contain toxic chemicals.
San Antonio Police Department issues Silver Alert for missing 77-year-old man
The San Antonio Police Department is looking for a missing 77-year-old man who they say poses a threat to his own health and safety.
Butterball hotline again available to answer turkey related questions
Experts at the Butterball Turkey Talk-Line have been answering phoned-in questions about how to prepare and cook turkey for 42 years. This year, they’re also again answering texts.
Have big doctor bills? A medical credit card may not be best remedy
Medical debt can be debilitating. Medical credit cards and loans may sound appealing, but Consumer Reports warns they may not be the best solution.
Many chocolate products contain high lead, cadmium levels, Consumer reports says
Hot chocolate to brownie mixes, Consumer Reports tested a variety of chocolate products and found concerning levels of lead and cadmium in several.
Does new iPhone 15 Pro Max break easily? Consumer Reports tests durability
When online complaints surfaced about the durability of the expensive new Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max, Consumer Reports put it through tough tests.
Weighted blankets, sleep sacks for babies aren’t safe, pediatricians warn
Weighted blankets are a popular trend for adults. But what about weighted sleepwear and blankets made for babies? The American Academy of Pediatrics says they are not safe.
Water beads linked to thousands of ER visits
Water beads are marketed as safe sensory toys for children over three. But, they've been linked to thousands of emergency room visits and at least one death in the U.S. Last week's recall of one toy is not enough, a San Antonio mother says.
These headphones, earbuds are sound, wallet-friendly choices
There are so many choices and price-points when it comes to buying headphones and earbuds. Consumer Reports put several to the test and offers some recommendations.