Fewer than four in 10 Americans could handle a surprise $1,000 bill. That comes after the government pumped trillions in stimulus into the economy.
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Stuck inside during COVID, Americans put up more Christmas trees this year, lifting prices
Americans head in droves to Christmas tree lots and cut-your-own farms as COVID forces many to cancel their usual holiday plans. Tree prices are up.
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Took Social Security early during the pandemic and regretting it? You could get a do-over
Some people may regret taking Social Security early if they resume working as the economy improves. Luckily, they may be eligible for a do-over.
Here’s the top reason Americans are carrying an average credit-card balance of over $6,200
Outstanding credit-card and other types of revolving debt have jumped almost 20% from a decade ago, reaching about $1.1 trillion, a study shows.