Elderly Florida woman collects $108K in unclaimed funds after thinking she was getting scammed
It seemed like every time 88-year-old Barbara checked her mail, she had another letter from a law firm or a private investigator, all offering to help her claim money they said she was owed, in exchange for part of the proceeds.
It seemed like every time 88-year-old Barbara checked her mail, she had another letter from a law firm or a private investigator, all offering to help her claim money they said she was owed, in exchange for part of the proceeds.
$1,390 IRS stimulus checks are not in the works, despite viral rumors
Online posts claim the IRS is set to send $1,390 stimulus checks to low- and middle-income taxpayers by summer’s end. The IRS says that’s false — and explains why no payments are coming.
Online posts claim the IRS is set to send $1,390 stimulus checks to low- and middle-income taxpayers by summer’s end. The IRS says that’s false — and explains why no payments are coming.
Big changes coming to 401(k) after recent Trump executive order
President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing regulators to make it easier for 401(k) plans to include private equity, cryptocurrency, and other alternative investments.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing regulators to make it easier for 401(k) plans to include private equity, cryptocurrency, and other alternative investments.
GENIUS Act: Trump signs stablecoin bill into law
President Trump signed the GENIUS Act on stablecoins into law, a major milestone for the crypto industry.
President Trump signed the GENIUS Act on stablecoins into law, a major milestone for the crypto industry.
Senate passes spending cuts; Epstein case tensions rise
President Donald Trump?s multibillion-dollar clawback package was passed early Thursday morning. The final vote tally was 51-48, with Republican Sens. Susan Collins of Maine and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska joining every Democrat in voting against it. The package will now be sent to the House, which has until Friday to pass it.
President Donald Trump?s multibillion-dollar clawback package was passed early Thursday morning. The final vote tally was 51-48, with Republican Sens. Susan Collins of Maine and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska joining every Democrat in voting against it. The package will now be sent to the House, which has until Friday to pass it.
Rumors swirl of Elon Musk’s Boring Co. eyeing Orlando tunnel along I-Drive
Buzz is building along Orlando’s International Drive over speculation that billionaire Elon Musk’s Boring Company could bring a Las Vegas-style underground transportation system to the heart of the city’s tourist district.
Buzz is building along Orlando’s International Drive over speculation that billionaire Elon Musk’s Boring Company could bring a Las Vegas-style underground transportation system to the heart of the city’s tourist district.
Report: Here's how much you need to make a year to live 'comfortably' in Florida
A new study published by SmartAsset shows that residents living in Florida need to make about $97,386 to live comfortably. Here's how each state ranks in terms of what it takes to afford a comfortable cost of living.
A new study published by SmartAsset shows that residents living in Florida need to make about $97,386 to live comfortably. Here's how each state ranks in terms of what it takes to afford a comfortable cost of living.
Trump tariffs likely to raise appliance prices, experts say
Prices for major appliances jumped in May, and new tariffs backed by President Donald Trump are expected to push them even higher as manufacturers face rising costs for foreign-made materials.
Prices for major appliances jumped in May, and new tariffs backed by President Donald Trump are expected to push them even higher as manufacturers face rising costs for foreign-made materials.
How to navigate divorce finance blind spots
Couples going through a divorce have to navigate a very complex system, and they are often faced with some roadblocks along the way. Attorney Brittany Staggs joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the blind spots you want to watch out for when splitting up your financial assets.
Couples going through a divorce have to navigate a very complex system, and they are often faced with some roadblocks along the way. Attorney Brittany Staggs joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the blind spots you want to watch out for when splitting up your financial assets.
Money Monday: Cookout prices
It?s Money Monday, and we?re looking at Memorial Day spending trends. The cost of many cookout staples is up more than 4% compared to this time last year.
It?s Money Monday, and we?re looking at Memorial Day spending trends. The cost of many cookout staples is up more than 4% compared to this time last year.
Bahama Breeze shuts down Daytona Beach, Gainesville locations amid chain-wide cuts
Bahama Breeze has abruptly closed 15 of its restaurants nationwide this week, including locations in Daytona Beach and Gainesville, as the chain shifts focus to better-performing sites.
Bahama Breeze has abruptly closed 15 of its restaurants nationwide this week, including locations in Daytona Beach and Gainesville, as the chain shifts focus to better-performing sites.
Moody’s strips US of top credit rating: What the downgrade means for your wallet
Moody’s has downgraded the US credit rating for the first time, citing rising debt and political dysfunction. Here’s what the move means for your wallet, interest rates, and the broader economy.
Moody’s has downgraded the US credit rating for the first time, citing rising debt and political dysfunction. Here’s what the move means for your wallet, interest rates, and the broader economy.
Why student loan delinquencies are soaring - and credit scores are dropping
Millions of student loan borrowers saw their credit scores drop by more than 100 points after student loan delinquencies began showing up on credit reports again this year.
Millions of student loan borrowers saw their credit scores drop by more than 100 points after student loan delinquencies began showing up on credit reports again this year.
Florida man turns $20 into $1 million after buying winning lottery ticket
Douglas Marby, 63, purchased a $20 Gold Rush Legacy scratch-off ticket during a trip to a Circle K along N. Wickham Road in Melbourne, and won a prize of $1 million, according to the Florida Lottery.
Douglas Marby, 63, purchased a $20 Gold Rush Legacy scratch-off ticket during a trip to a Circle K along N. Wickham Road in Melbourne, and won a prize of $1 million, according to the Florida Lottery.
Money Monday: Negotiating fees
On this segment of Money Monday, financial planner Joe Bert, CFP�, AIF� and Founder of Certified Financial Group, Inc., explains whether there?s room for credit card, dealership fees negotiations.
On this segment of Money Monday, financial planner Joe Bert, CFP�, AIF� and Founder of Certified Financial Group, Inc., explains whether there?s room for credit card, dealership fees negotiations.
Can money buy love?
More couples are seeing red, and it has nothing to do with love. Instead, it has everything to do with their checking accounts. Reports show that breaking up is hard to do, especially when money is involved.
More couples are seeing red, and it has nothing to do with love. Instead, it has everything to do with their checking accounts. Reports show that breaking up is hard to do, especially when money is involved.
Who owns America’s debt? What to know amid an uncertain economic outlook
Foreign countries hold trillions in U.S. government debt through Treasuries. But recent market volatility and tariffs have raised concerns about a global sell-off — and what that could mean for Americans.
Foreign countries hold trillions in U.S. government debt through Treasuries. But recent market volatility and tariffs have raised concerns about a global sell-off — and what that could mean for Americans.
U.S. Treasury: DOGE doesn't deny deficit
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) says it has now saved taxpayers more than $150 billion so far, but new date shows that DOGE hasn't made a dent in the deficit because of increased spending. The treasury department reports that spending is up more than $139 billion in the first three months of this yea. The federal government has borrowed $41 million more during that period than last year. Democrats are now questioning where DOGE is adding to the deficit by making cuts that later end up being overturned by the courts.
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) says it has now saved taxpayers more than $150 billion so far, but new date shows that DOGE hasn't made a dent in the deficit because of increased spending. The treasury department reports that spending is up more than $139 billion in the first three months of this yea. The federal government has borrowed $41 million more during that period than last year. Democrats are now questioning where DOGE is adding to the deficit by making cuts that later end up being overturned by the courts.
How to weather a financial storm in the U.S.
Despite the ongoing trade war battle between the U.S. and China, some economists on Wall Street are now downgrading their predictions for a recession this year. But, as we know, it's still a tough time for any Americans given their rising cost of living. FOX 35's Heather Sullivan is asking the experts how to weather a financial storm.
Despite the ongoing trade war battle between the U.S. and China, some economists on Wall Street are now downgrading their predictions for a recession this year. But, as we know, it's still a tough time for any Americans given their rising cost of living. FOX 35's Heather Sullivan is asking the experts how to weather a financial storm.
Experts: Don't wait to file your taxes
Eric Steffy, founder & CEO of Federal Solutions Support, joins FOX 35 to talk about tax day fears as the deadline to file approaches. A recent study found that 35% of people fear not having enough money to pay on Tax Day, while 22% worry about making a mathematical mistake, and 20% are concerned about identity theft. In addition, the study found that nearly 1 in 3 people would rather do jury duty than their taxes.
Eric Steffy, founder & CEO of Federal Solutions Support, joins FOX 35 to talk about tax day fears as the deadline to file approaches. A recent study found that 35% of people fear not having enough money to pay on Tax Day, while 22% worry about making a mathematical mistake, and 20% are concerned about identity theft. In addition, the study found that nearly 1 in 3 people would rather do jury duty than their taxes.