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Brett Holzhauer

Personal Finance Reporter

About the Author

Brett Holzhauer is a senior financial writer and editor with more than a decade of experience covering personal finance, consumer debt, investing, and the U.S. economy. He has written for major national outlets, including Forbes and CNBC, where his reporting has helped readers navigate everything from market volatility and retirement planning to credit, debt, and consumer behavior.

Brett’s perspective is shaped by the realities facing millennials and younger professionals: rising housing costs, student debt, shifting labor markets, and the growing gap between traditional financial advice and modern economic life.

He is particularly interested in opportunity cost, behavioral finance, and how technology is reshaping the way people save, spend, and invest.

A graduate of the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communications at Arizona State University, Brett brings editorial rigor, data fluency, and a strong consumer lens to every piece he publishes. In his off time, he is either traveling or watching college football.

Expertise

  • Personal Finance Research and Reporting

Education

  • Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State

Brett's Latest Articles

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How to Spend Your Tax Refund Smartly
Wondering how to spend your tax refund? This guide outlines common strategies—from building savings to investing—to help you make a thoughtful plan.
6 MIN READApr 22, 2026
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8 Ways To Legally Reduce Your Income Tax
Taxes are one of the largest lifetime expenses for most Americans. Here are eight strategies to consider that may help reduce income tax and improve your overall financial picture.
8 MIN READApr 21, 2026
Liberty First Lending Review
0 MIN READApr 14, 2026
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Acorn Finance Reviews
0 MIN READApr 14, 2026
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Saver’s Credit Explained: How It Works and What’s Changing in 2027
What is the Saver’s Credit? It’s a federal tax credit that can reduce your tax bill by up to $2,000 for retirement contributions. In 2027, it becomes the Saver’s Match—a 50% direct contribution to your retirement account. Learn how it works in this article.
6 MIN READApr 13, 2026
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Notice CP30: IRS Underpayment Penalty Explained
A notice CP30 from the IRS means you may owe an underpayment penalty. Learn what it means, why you received it, and how to resolve it quickly.
6 MIN READApr 06, 2026
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Mortgage Help Searches Surge to Record High as Homeowner Stress Grows
Distressed homeowners are running to their trusty sidekick, Google, to find a lifeline, and the data is concerning. Help with […]
7 MIN READMar 27, 2026
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Over 110 Million Americans Can’t Pay Their Credit Card Bills – Here’s What You Need To Know
Americans continue to fall deeper into debt as the latest consumer advocates say 111 million Americans can’t pay their credit […]
6 MIN READMar 27, 2026
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Social Security Seniors’ Benefits Cuts – What You Must Know
Written by Brett Holzhauer, Senior Financial Writer and graduate of the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism. Reviewed and edited by […]
6 MIN READMar 20, 2026
401(k) hardship withdrawals rise as more workers tap retirement savings during financial stress
401(k) Hardship Withdrawals Rise as More Workers Tap Retirement Savings
Written by Brett Holzhauer, Senior Financial Writer and graduate of the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism. Reviewed and edited by […]
4 MIN READMar 07, 2026
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