finances

How today’s high pet care costs are straining household finances

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Pet ownership has always carried a financial cost, but the scale of that cost has shifted dramatically recently. Baac3nes/Getty Images Pet ownership has long been viewed as a source of companionship, stability and emotional support. But in today’s economic landscape, having a furry family member also adds a meaningful line item in pet owners’ household … Read more

Over half of Americans say their finances are worsening, Gallup poll finds

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A record 55% of Americans say their financial situation is worsening, with many expressing anxiety about covering monthly bills and making minimum credit card payments, according to a new Gallup poll.  That percentage is the highest Gallup has recorded since it began asking Americans about their finances in 2001, showing consumers are less optimistic than … Read more