The cost of living has skyrocketed over the last few years, impacting everything from the price of transportation and housing to the cost of everyday goods and services, including how much people tip. Now, there’s a new expense creeping up on consumers: fees – and they’re pricing many out of events and live entertainment. According […] Continue reading
Gen Z is racking up credit card debt at a faster rate than previous generations, with balances increasing 4.23% from January to March 2023. This comes at a time when American credit card balances hit a record $1 trillion, according to a report from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. While some young folks […] Continue reading
Since the launch of ChatGPT, generative AI (GenAI) has taken the world by storm. Early adopters have used the tool to generate everything from music and art to breakup texts, emails and performance reviews, demonstrating there’s seemingly nothing the human-like tool can’t do. Now, as companies work to implement GenAI into their products, many await […] Continue reading
Talking about money is often considered taboo. This leads many people, including couples, to avoid the topic altogether, which can put a strain on their relationships. This is especially true for younger generations who are just starting out on their financial journey and potentially still on the market. As they weed through potential partners, many […] Continue reading
Dining out with friends is all fun and games until the bill comes and groups are left to decide how they’d like to split the tab. Does the person who ordered more pay more? What about the person who decided not to imbibe, should they pay less? Then there’s the question of who puts their […] Continue reading
Young Americans are losing friends over their spending habits and it’s putting a damper on their finances. According to a study conducted by Qualitrics on behalf of Intuit Credit Karma, more than one-third of Gen Z and millennials (36%) have a friend who drives them to overspend. This is leading many to take on debt […] Continue reading
The impact of the 2021 “wedding boom” has resulted in continued demand, driving up costs across the industry. Regardless, some brides and grooms feel an increased pressure to keep up with appearances, planning elaborate weddings among the likes of influencers and celebrities – hello, Sofia Richie – or even random people on social media thanks […] Continue reading
Gen Z (born between 1997 and 2005) is doing things differently, bucking societal norms, like the traditional nine-to-five, and forging a new path forward. As part of this, Gen Z has started to gravitate towards trends like the FIRE movement (financially independent, retire early) and are looking for ways to maximize their earnings and limit […] Continue reading
As consumers prepare for their summer vacations, it’s likely many will experience sticker shock when it comes to the total cost of the experience, especially with travel prices on the rise and the demand for travel at pre-pandemic levels. However, increased prices might not be enough to hold consumers back from taking a vacation this […] Continue reading
The decision of whether or not student loan forgiveness will come to pass is still with the Supreme Court, leaving many Americans in limbo. With payments set to resume no later than September 1, many borrowers are preparing to resume payments after a three-year hiatus. With so much uncertainty around the Supreme Court’s decision, many […] Continue reading