WestShore Plaza files for bankruptcy; shoppers likely won't notice a difference
Westshore Plaza Mall in Tampa was closed for nearly two months, but not nearly as long as other malls owned by the same company. The financial fallout includes chapter 11 bankruptcy, but it won't mean much for employees and shoppers in Tampa.
Westshore Plaza Mall in Tampa was closed for nearly two months, but not nearly as long as other malls owned by the same company. The financial fallout includes chapter 11 bankruptcy, but it won't mean much for employees and shoppers in Tampa.
Should you refinance your mortgage if you have a low rate?
With mortgage rates at historic lows, now is a great time to save money by refinancing. And it may make sense even if you already have a low rate on your mortgage.
With mortgage rates at historic lows, now is a great time to save money by refinancing. And it may make sense even if you already have a low rate on your mortgage.
Homeowners insurance should adequately cover these 5 items
Mortgage rates are at near all-time lows, making now the perfect time for homebuyers to get into a new home. Protect your home and your family with ample homeowner’s insurance.
Mortgage rates are at near all-time lows, making now the perfect time for homebuyers to get into a new home. Protect your home and your family with ample homeowner’s insurance.
COVID-19 has affected the cost of college: Here’s what’s changed
College costs changed due to COVID-19. This could affect the price of your education and the student loans you're eligible for.
College costs changed due to COVID-19. This could affect the price of your education and the student loans you're eligible for.
Your credit score could take a hit after getting a mortgage, but you shouldn’t worry
Yes, your credit score will probably go down when you take out a mortgage loan, but you’ll likely be better off in the long term.
Yes, your credit score will probably go down when you take out a mortgage loan, but you’ll likely be better off in the long term.
Okinawa veteran, 95, still honors America as Tampa’s 'flag man'
George Hill has been selling and installing American flags for decades and, at age 95, the WWII vet has no plans to retire. "I fought for it. I don't have to say any more," he explained.
George Hill has been selling and installing American flags for decades and, at age 95, the WWII vet has no plans to retire. "I fought for it. I don't have to say any more," he explained.
How to save on car insurance during the coronavirus pandemic
COVID-19 has changed the way Americans drive. That leads to savings opportunities on auto insurance.
COVID-19 has changed the way Americans drive. That leads to savings opportunities on auto insurance.
Don’t cancel your homeowners insurance if you can’t afford it, just find a cheaper plan
Why you need homeowners insurance and what you can do to get lower rates.
Why you need homeowners insurance and what you can do to get lower rates.
Student loan forgiveness could be coming, but it won’t achieve these 3 things
Some borrowers with student loans may not benefit from the Biden forgiveness plan.
Some borrowers with student loans may not benefit from the Biden forgiveness plan.
Using your personal credit card for business expenses? 5 reasons to reconsider
Although it may be more convenient to use your personal credit card for business expenses, you should be aware of the drawbacks of doing so.
Although it may be more convenient to use your personal credit card for business expenses, you should be aware of the drawbacks of doing so.
Why you should refinance your mortgage instead of waiting for forbearance and foreclosure extensions
Weighing your options between mortgage refinancing and mortgage forbearance? Here's what you need to know about why refinancing may ultimately be the better bet.
Weighing your options between mortgage refinancing and mortgage forbearance? Here's what you need to know about why refinancing may ultimately be the better bet.
Shoppers say a trip to the grocery store these days can lead to serious sticker shock
"Even the vegetables. I'm paying, you know, $3 to buy a package of lettuce. It's kind of difficult," said Chris Rowlan of Pacheco.
"Even the vegetables. I'm paying, you know, $3 to buy a package of lettuce. It's kind of difficult," said Chris Rowlan of Pacheco.
Ride share prices for Uber, Lyft continue to spike nationwide due to driver shortage, high demand
Hailing a ride is becoming increasingly expensive for consumers.
Hailing a ride is becoming increasingly expensive for consumers.
5 things to look out for when buying an older home, according to a home inspector
An older home may have character, but it can be a money pit when it comes to renovation projects and foundation or structural repairs.
An older home may have character, but it can be a money pit when it comes to renovation projects and foundation or structural repairs.
Why rising mortgage rates are nothing to worry about
Mortgage rates may be on the rise, but now it's still a great time to refinance. Here's what you need to know before starting the refinancing process.
Mortgage rates may be on the rise, but now it's still a great time to refinance. Here's what you need to know before starting the refinancing process.
After 2018 red tide bloom, beach businesses concerned what new blooms could bring
Red tide is a major concern for those living on Florida’s West Coast and now the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has detected low to medium levels of red tide algae off Pinellas County -- from Indian Rocks Beach all the way down to Fort De Soto.
Red tide is a major concern for those living on Florida’s West Coast and now the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has detected low to medium levels of red tide algae off Pinellas County -- from Indian Rocks Beach all the way down to Fort De Soto.
Keystone XL Pipeline project terminated, company announces
The Keystone XL Pipeline project has been terminated, the TC Energy Corporation announced on Wednesday.
The Keystone XL Pipeline project has been terminated, the TC Energy Corporation announced on Wednesday.
Best Buy will close stores on Thanksgiving 2021
Best Buy has announced it will be closing its doors on Thanksgiving 2021, following suit with Target and Walmart which made similar announcements earlier this year.
Best Buy has announced it will be closing its doors on Thanksgiving 2021, following suit with Target and Walmart which made similar announcements earlier this year.
Potential homebuyers: 'Now is a great time to buy' despite housing bubble fears, mortgage billionaire says
As the housing market stays heated, concerns of a housing bubble are beginning to surface. But experts say it's still a good time to buy a home.
As the housing market stays heated, concerns of a housing bubble are beginning to surface. But experts say it's still a good time to buy a home.
Janet Yellen: Interest rates may need to rise to ensure ‘economy doesn't overheat’
Inflation fears are beginning to rise, and now Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said interest rates may need to rise in order to combat that risk.
Inflation fears are beginning to rise, and now Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said interest rates may need to rise in order to combat that risk.