Deloitte just released new research that found the urge to splurge is universal, cutting across income, age and gender. This is the very definition of retail therapy, making purchases to boost one's mood.
For a thrifty shopper, a “Buy one, get one” (BOGO) deal can sound like the best way to get more bang for their buck. But the appeal of BOGO is why it’s hard ...
U.S. consumer spending ends 2022 on weaker footing; inflation slowing
U.S. consumer spending fell for a second straight month in December, putting the economy on a lower growth path heading into 2023, while inflation continued to subside, which could give the Federal Reserve room to further slow the pace of its interest rate hikes next week.
EPI’s Family Budget Calculator measures the income a family needs in order to attain a modest yet adequate standard of living. Compared with the federal poverty line and the Supplemental Poverty Measure, EPI’s family budgets provide a more accurate and complete measure of economic security in America. The Family Budget Map offers a view of cost of living for a two-parent, two-child family across the United States at the county level.
EPI’s Family Budget Calculator measures the income a family needs in order to attain a modest yet adequate standard of living. The budgets estimate community-specific costs for 10 family types (one or two adults with zero to four children) in all counties and metro areas in the United States. Compared with the federal poverty line…
The 19 Best Free Google Sheets Budget Templates - Updated for 2022
Did you know Google docs has budget templates available online, for free? If you enjoy using spreadsheets to manage your finances, see our list of favorites.
A budget is a spending plan for a certain length of time based on income and expenses. Budgeting can help you see where you stand and take control of your money.