Get Ready: US Child Costs Up (A Lot)
Having a child is daunting for several reasons, and costs are top of mind for many Americans. The latest LendingTree study shows that the annual costs associated with raising a small child (from food and […]
People Who Drive These 10 Cars Are America’s Worst Drivers
Many drivers have a favorite car brand or one they hate seeing on the road. Their distrust may be warranted, whether they’ve had bad experiences with other drivers or they buy into another brand’s reputation. […]
Lovebirds Plan on Spending This Much on Valentine’s Day … Though Over Half of Americans Would Skip It If They Could
Love is in the air, but Americans’ wallets are feeling the pressure. Americans in relationships plan to spend an average of $179 on their significant others for Valentine’s Day, according to the latest LendingTree survey […]
No More Cozy Winters? Billion-Dollar Winter Disasters More Than Double in 2 Decades
While winter often means cozy, homey weather, it can also mean severe storms. In fact, billion-dollar winter disasters from December through March have jumped 135.5% over the past 20 years, according to the newest LendingTree […]
The Average American Took on This Much Holiday Debt: 3 Tips to Pay Down That Debt in 2025
Consumers spread more than Christmas cheer this holiday season; they also took on debt. In fact, 36% of Americans took on holiday debt this season, with 42% of them having their highest interest rate at […]
Ho, Ho, Broke: Nearly Half of Americans Say Debt Is Synonymous With the Season
Holiday cheer is priceless — until your credit card statement disagrees. This year, 30% of holiday gift-givers expect to go into debt, according to the latest LendingTree survey of nearly 2,050 U.S. consumers. Not only […]
These 5 Products Have the Most Expensive Pumpkin Spice “Tax”
Fall’s flavor can come at a high cost. According to the latest LendingTree study, pumpkin-flavored products cost an average of 7.4% more than their nonpumpkin alternatives. That’s a “latte” dough, but fall fanatics don’t need […]
Brace Yourselves: Shrinkflation Is Here. Check Out the Products & Brands Most Affected
If your grocery bags feel lighter or your trips to the store are becoming more frequent, you’re not alone. Some companies are reducing the size or quantity of their products rather than raising prices, leaving […]
Furry Finances: Inflation is Making American Pet Ownership “Pawsitively Expensive”
As high costs continue to affect virtually every aspect of consumers’ daily lives, pet owners are barking up the debt tree. According to the latest LendingTree survey of nearly 2,000 U.S. consumers, 85% of pet […]
Furry Finances: Inflation is Making American Pet Ownership “Pawsitively Expensive”
As high costs continue to affect virtually every aspect of consumers’ daily lives, pet owners are barking up the debt tree. According to the latest LendingTree survey of nearly 2,000 U.S. consumers, 85% of pet […]
1 in 10 American Adults Didn’t Have Enough to Eat Last Week — US Food Scarcity Facts
Food is one of the basic human needs, yet a surprisingly high percentage of Americans struggle with food insecurity. According to the latest LendingTree study, a little over 1 in 10 (10.8%) American adults didn’t […]
Does your age affect the way you spend money? You may be surprised
Young consumers are optimistic that 2023 will be their year — financially, at least. Despite the rocky economy, more than half of millennials and Gen Zers say they think they’ll have a better financial year […]
This 1 simple move could save you $5K on your next car
With the COVID-19 pandemic and rising interest rates, the automotive industry has experienced a turbulent last few years — and getting a new car is becoming costlier. That’s not good news for drivers whose new […]
Why organic food prices are rising faster than conventional foods
Eggs may be the new luxury status symbol at the grocery store checkout line, but they’re not the only product with a rising price tag. From chicken to fresh fruits and veggies, Americans everywhere are […]
The scary number of Americans who use their horoscope for money advice
Is your destiny written in the stars? Some think it is — and some would even go so far as to rely on their horoscope to make financial decisions. In fact, 32% of Americans say […]
America’s biggest boomtowns of the 2020s
From a boom in new business applications to rising (then falling) unemployment rates, the COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented trends. With life returning more to normal, we looked at which metros boomed the most between 2019 […]
People in this state lose the most money playing the lottery
After a year of high inflation, many Americans may dream more about unlimited wealth. Record-high and near-record-high lottery jackpots occurred this year — a $2.04 billion Powerball jackpot in November and a $1.337 billion Mega […]
American savings are dwindling on inflation worries
Many Americans are increasingly fearful that the economy is approaching a recession. For many, that means it’s time to start saving again. The latest MagnifyMoney Savings Index indicates that 42% of consumers saved money […]
Why Americans are already stressing about back-to-school debt
Amid a 40-year inflation high, borrowing is getting more expensive. Last month, the Federal Reserve raised the federal funds rate by three-quarters of a percentage point, its biggest hike in nearly 30 years. Consequently, […]
3 easy ways music lovers can save big on summer concerts
With the third pandemic summer just around the corner, music fans are gearing up for the return of concerts and music festivals. And according to the latest LendingTree survey, attendance is expected to return to […]
This generation thinks they’ll be rich one day. Are they right?
Americans have encountered no shortage of financial hardships in recent years — but that hasn’t stopped Gen Zers from believing they’ll be rich one day. Despite job losses, rising inflation and global shortages, the […]
Fix it or list it: Should you sell or rehab your home?
The housing market may be hotter than ever, but most American homeowners agree: In an ideal world, they would prefer to make improvements to their homes, rather than sell them. But amid economic turmoil, that’s […]