finance

Texas may have one of the world’s largest economies, but a new study ranks it #1 in the U.S. for financial distress. Here’s why Texans are struggling.

I don't know if it's the heat, the low prices ... you can get a pint or a 12oz beer for $2 - $3 bucks at places like B-17 Bombers Oyster Pub downtown or Crawdaddy's on Cincinnati ... or the deliciousness that is tequila but man, can El Paso drink.

That's where the Guv's new plan could prevent any more tax hikes. He wants to let us citizens decide and, I'm pretty sure, those who don't want/can't afford new taxes will win.

Of course, it doesn't matter how much money you make if you are hell-bent on spending every last penny without paying yourself first. Even more detrimental is spending money you don't truly have in the bank. I can't tell you how many stories we've heard about people getting 'rich people' jobs, getting an inheritance, or even winning the freaking lottery who end up practically broke because of poor personal money management.

Auto insurance rates in Texas are through the roof and, it seems, it's our fault.

The marquee for the high school located in west El Paso has seen better days and donations are needed to fix it up.

What are your resolutions this year?

It seems like the customer is responsible for a lot these days and I come to find myself questioning situations where it might be appropriate to tip. Obviously when it is a type of hospitality service you should tip, but what about when you get yourself some self-serve ice cream?

El Paso taxes are going up because the city doesn't have enough money. Yet, city leaders voted themselves a pay raise, for the 2nd year in a row, 'cuz they HAD to!?

If you are looking for a career in finance then the career fair at Charles Schwab this weekend is just for you.

The YWCA Economic Empowerment Division will provide free credit counseling services to the El Paso community.

Each year Hispanic Business publishes a list which features the top 500 Hispanic-owned and operated businesses based on annual revenue. This year, El Paso boasted 28 of them.