Author: Elisabeth Buchwald, USA TODAY

Do you have to pay taxes on side hustles? What to know about 1099 forms and tax deductions you can qualify for.

January’s inflation report showed a continued decline from prior months. Investors are hopeful it will prompt the Fed to pause rate hikes.

There are plenty of free tax prep services for seniors and low-income taxpayers. These programs include IRS Free File, VITA and TCE.

Employers added 517,000 jobs in January, according to nonfarm payrolls figures. Unemployment fell to 3.4%, a 54-year low, jobs report shows.

The Fed raised its key interest rate but slowed the pace for a second straight meeting. Chair Jerome Powell said inflation remains too high.

Crypto losses can be deducted from your taxes or income at up $3,000 a year. But you can carry the losses forward in future tax years.

Had or adopted a child in 2022? What new parents need to know about tax credits and deductions. Importantly,
the enhanced Child Tax Credit went away in 2022.

The U.S. hit the debt limit on Thursday. If Congress fails to raise it, Social Security, your investments could take a big hit.

2022 tax bracket guide: Which tax bracket am I in for 2022? What are the new IRS tax brackets for 2023?

The stock market will be closed on Monday for Martin Luther King Day. The bond market will also be closed. Both will close at the usual times Friday.