Stimulus payment February 2026, IRS direct deposit relief, tariff dividend & tax refund fact check
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends spread throughout 2025 — and they’re still circulating in 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends spread throughout 2025 — and they’re still circulating in 2026. But is there any truth to them?
The typical American worker has just $955 saved for retirement, study shows
The median American worker has just $955 saved for retirement through a defined contribution plan like a 401(k) account, a new study found.
The median American worker has just $955 saved for retirement through a defined contribution plan like a 401(k) account, a new study found.
Debt collection calls spiked in 2025: Here's where
Complaints about debt collection calls rose sharply across the country in 2025, according to new data from the Federal Trade Commission.
Complaints about debt collection calls rose sharply across the country in 2025, according to new data from the Federal Trade Commission.
Mastering the dollar: These cities rank as the top budgeters in 2026, data suggests
From credit card debt to daily spending, residents in specific areas nationwide have implemented best practices when it comes to living on a budget, according to a new report.
From credit card debt to daily spending, residents in specific areas nationwide have implemented best practices when it comes to living on a budget, according to a new report.
Are new cars becoming a luxury item in America?
Americans are increasingly getting priced out of the new car market.
Americans are increasingly getting priced out of the new car market.
Every state's median household income has increased since 1970 – except one
Is your state better off than it was 50 years ago? U.S. incomes are up since 1970, but not everywhere. A new report shows which states gained the most.
Is your state better off than it was 50 years ago? U.S. incomes are up since 1970, but not everywhere. A new report shows which states gained the most.
Households with 2 kids need to earn over 400K to comfortably afford child care in US
Raising two kids takes a six-figure salary to comfortably afford child care for two children, new data shows.
Raising two kids takes a six-figure salary to comfortably afford child care for two children, new data shows.
President Trump wants to cap credit card interest at 10%: the pros & cons for borrowers
The president's proposal could help consumers save billions of dollars and pay off debt faster. But financial experts say it could also make it harder for consumers with lower credit scores to get credit cards.
The president's proposal could help consumers save billions of dollars and pay off debt faster. But financial experts say it could also make it harder for consumers with lower credit scores to get credit cards.
Smart money moves for 2026, financial expert has some tips
The start of the new year is the perfect time to reevaluate your money goals and start financially fresh. Financial Expert Erica Wright is here to help us make smart money moves in 2026.
The start of the new year is the perfect time to reevaluate your money goals and start financially fresh. Financial Expert Erica Wright is here to help us make smart money moves in 2026.
Smart money moves for 2026
If one of your new year's resolutions was to save money, spend smarter, or finally tackle debt, you're going to want to listen to this conversation. Financial Expert Erica Wright is here to help us make smart money moves in 2026.
If one of your new year's resolutions was to save money, spend smarter, or finally tackle debt, you're going to want to listen to this conversation. Financial Expert Erica Wright is here to help us make smart money moves in 2026.
Treasury confirms rollout of car loan tax break for US-assembled cars
The tax break allows up to $10,000 for an annual deduction on car loan interest.
The tax break allows up to $10,000 for an annual deduction on car loan interest.
Credit scores are down in all 50 states: Here's where they dropped the most
Credit scores have dropped in all 50 states over the past year.
Credit scores have dropped in all 50 states over the past year.
Gift card finances, getting the most bang for your buck
More than $400 billion in gift cards were sold in the U.S. this year. Finance Professor Dan Roccato joined FOX6 WakeUp live to make sure you get the most out of your money.
More than $400 billion in gift cards were sold in the U.S. this year. Finance Professor Dan Roccato joined FOX6 WakeUp live to make sure you get the most out of your money.
Getting the most out of your gift cards
More than $400 billion in gift cards were sold in the U.S. this year. Finance Professor Dan Roccato joined FOX6 WakeUp live to make sure you get the most out of your money.
More than $400 billion in gift cards were sold in the U.S. this year. Finance Professor Dan Roccato joined FOX6 WakeUp live to make sure you get the most out of your money.
Stimulus payment December 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Hold off on that purchase! Online rumors of new stimulus checks by year’s end are out there.
Hold off on that purchase! Online rumors of new stimulus checks by year’s end are out there.
Last-minute holiday spending without regret, tips from a financial advisor
For many families the last-minute shopping, travel, and the holidays in general can take a toll on your budget. Certified financial planner Erica Wright joined FOX6 WakeUp with some tips.
For many families the last-minute shopping, travel, and the holidays in general can take a toll on your budget. Certified financial planner Erica Wright joined FOX6 WakeUp with some tips.
Last-minute holiday spending without regret
Christmas is almost here and for many families the last-minute shopping, travel, and holidays in general can take a toll on your budget. Joining FOX6 WakeUp with some tips to help avoid overspending is certified financial planner Erica Wright from Bell & Wright Financial Group.
Christmas is almost here and for many families the last-minute shopping, travel, and holidays in general can take a toll on your budget. Joining FOX6 WakeUp with some tips to help avoid overspending is certified financial planner Erica Wright from Bell & Wright Financial Group.
Stimulus payment November 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Don’t spend that money just yet! Rumors are circulating online that the federal government will issue new stimulus checks before the end of the year. But Congress has not passed any legislation authorizing payments, and the IRS has not confirmed that any new stimulus checks are scheduled in the coming weeks.
Don’t spend that money just yet! Rumors are circulating online that the federal government will issue new stimulus checks before the end of the year. But Congress has not passed any legislation authorizing payments, and the IRS has not confirmed that any new stimulus checks are scheduled in the coming weeks.
Staying financially savvy during the holidays, tips from a financial advisor
Thanksgiving will be here before we know it, which means Christmas is right around the corner. Financial expert Erica Wright joined FOX6 WakeUp with some advice to keep you thankful, but tax savvy.
Thanksgiving will be here before we know it, which means Christmas is right around the corner. Financial expert Erica Wright joined FOX6 WakeUp with some advice to keep you thankful, but tax savvy.
Staying thankful and tax savvy
We're talking money matters this morning. Thanksgiving will be here before we know it, which means Christmas is right around the corner. Financial expert Erica Wright is here with some advice to keep you thankful, but tax savvy.
We're talking money matters this morning. Thanksgiving will be here before we know it, which means Christmas is right around the corner. Financial expert Erica Wright is here with some advice to keep you thankful, but tax savvy.