inflation
Why is inflation so high? The best steps to survive
In the past few months, Americans have seen prices skyrocket for many essential goods and services. With wages unchanged, this inflationary trend has left many people frustrated and worried about the future. The latest consumer price index (CPI) reports an increase in inflation of 7.7% compared to last year (a 40-year high). This inflation data […]
Can a credit card help you beat inflation?
You don’t have to watch the news to know that inflation is having a major impact on household budgets this year. However, the recent consumer price index (CPI) summary showed annual inflation rose by 8.3 percent in the 12 months leading up to August 2022, with core inflation up 0.6 percent from the previous month. […]
Inflation is here – 7 easy ways to save money now
When inflation rears its ugly head, how can you think of bills covering daily living expenses? Saving money becomes a pipe dream for many when the cost of living rises. Luckily, there are ways to save money and create a new budget that will keep up with rising prices and save you money. Let’s take […]
Food inflation hits 40-year record: 5 tips to fight
With inflation rising at a rate not seen in over 40 years, Americans are struggling with every aspect of their household budget, but perhaps no more pressing than weekly grocery bills. The latest USDA report predicts that average grocery store prices will rise 7-8% year on year. If the current forecast is confirmed, it will […]
The 7 Best Coupon Apps to Save Money and Fight Inflation
With inflation at its highest level in four decades, saving money by any means is a top priority. Coupon apps are one way to ensure you get the best deal with every purchase, whether it’s online or in store. No matter what products you buy, there is often a coupon to help you save your […]
Should You Worry About Student Loan Inflation?
Inflation has made headlines in the past few months as the prices of everything from food to housing continue to rise to levels not seen in 40 years. Trying to get everything back to normal Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 0.25% last week – and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Since inflation […]
7 tips to protect your finances from inflation
Inflation has been a fairly popular topic lately. Over the past few months, the consumer price index (CPI), which is a measure of inflation, has risen to levels not seen since 1982. Everything from food to gas to housing has become significantly more expensive, and the situation will not slow down anytime soon. In a […]