Category Archives: Inflation
Retirement Investment Options
When you get your first job, you’re probably not thinking about retirement. But if you start planning for it right away, building up enough wealth to live comfortably in retirement will be much easier. So how do you get started … Continue reading
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Buy Now Pay Later
You see an item that you really want to buy but the price is just too much for you to spend right now. So that means you have to save and wait to buy it another day, right? Not necessarily. … Continue reading
Buying vs. Leasing A Car
You’re tired of that old clunker and are ready for a nicer and more reliable vehicle. But should you buy a new car or look for a used one? Or is leasing the smarter choice? It can be a tough … Continue reading
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Shrinkflation, Skimpflation, Tipflation, Junk Fees and Food Delivery Apps
It seems like almost everything is more expensive than it was just a couple of years ago. Inflation forces us to pay more as our dollars are worth less. But those higher prices come at us in several different ways. … Continue reading
Savings Interest Rates
One of the greatest incentives to put money into a savings account is knowing that your money will grow thanks to interest that accumulates over time. But depending on what’s happening in the economy, the interest rates on savings can … Continue reading
Budgeting 101
Your first job may not pay much but it gives you an excellent opportunity to learn how to budget your money. And if you are earning well at a young age, keeping close track of how much money you spend … Continue reading
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The Debt Ceiling
In mid-2023, the U.S. government reportedly came close to defaulting on its debt because Congress struggled to raise the debt ceiling. Every year or two it seems we’re running up against some deadline as lawmakers disagree about how to approach … Continue reading
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Understanding Inflation
We’re experiencing the worst inflation in more than 40 years. But why? What factors are at work in making the cost of almost everything significantly higher than just a year ago? Radio America’s Claire Alfree walks us through the causes … Continue reading