IRS ends COVID-19 tax credits: Here's what you need to know before filing in 2023

Among the several pandemic tax credits returning to 2019 levels is the Child Tax Credit. Filers will get $1,600 less in credit for 2022 for each qualifying child under age 17.

Secure 2.0 Act helps savers nearing retirement boost catch-up contributions

The Secure 2.0 Act of 2022 – a follow-up to the 2019 Secure Act – allows for an increase in "catch-up" contributions for people nearing retirement.

Credit card debt carried over monthly is most common type of debt: AARP

Credit card debt is affecting many Americans as they deal with high inflation, and many are carrying their balances from month-to-month. Here’s how to pay down credit card debt quickly.

Biden administration unveils defense of student loan forgiveness plan at Supreme Court

The Biden administration launched its defense of its student loan forgiveness plan before the Supreme Court. Here’s how to lower your student loan monthly payments.

Holiday spending increased in 2022 amid high inflation

This year, holiday spending increased across online and in-store retail channels, according to a new report by Mastercard. Here’s how to pay down holiday debt quickly.

New year's financial resolutions: Americans plan to take caution in 2023

New Year’s financial resolutions include saving more money and paying down debt, according to a survey by Fidelity Investments. Here’s how to keep your finances on track in 2023.

US gas prices to end the year with steady decline: AAA

After nearly two months of declining, gas prices have now dipped below $3 in at least 20 states, AAA said.