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When the Holidays Feel More Messy Than Merry

The holiday season increases anxiety due to social pressures, financial strains, and high expectations, making coping mechanisms essential for emotional well-being.
#mental-health

Most Americans are significantly stressed about money here's how it varies by demographic

Financial stress is a prevalent issue affecting many individuals, impacting mental and physical health and relationships.

Man Confesses to Killing Hospitalized Wife Because He Couldn't Afford to Care for Her: Police

A man in Kansas City area killed his wife due to inability to handle caregiving and medical bills.

Tom Hanks is right-35 is the worst age

Age 35 is often the most challenging period due to converging financial and family responsibilities, leading to stress and dissatisfaction.

Tackling the culture of avoidance: Why employers must speak up about money

EU Pay Directive impacts UK businesses
Money conversations at work can improve financial wellbeing

'I Desperately Need Enthusiastic Sex After So Many Blah Years'

Parents share their thoughts about crushes, financial stress, and relationship challenges in the latest Confessions roundup.

Most Americans are significantly stressed about money here's how it varies by demographic

Financial stress is a prevalent issue affecting many individuals, impacting mental and physical health and relationships.

Man Confesses to Killing Hospitalized Wife Because He Couldn't Afford to Care for Her: Police

A man in Kansas City area killed his wife due to inability to handle caregiving and medical bills.

Tom Hanks is right-35 is the worst age

Age 35 is often the most challenging period due to converging financial and family responsibilities, leading to stress and dissatisfaction.

Tackling the culture of avoidance: Why employers must speak up about money

EU Pay Directive impacts UK businesses
Money conversations at work can improve financial wellbeing

'I Desperately Need Enthusiastic Sex After So Many Blah Years'

Parents share their thoughts about crushes, financial stress, and relationship challenges in the latest Confessions roundup.
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The 2024 Election Could Have Massive Impacts on Medicaid Coverage

Fred Blackman's health crisis highlights the critical need for affordable healthcare access and the importance of Medicaid expansion.
#cost-of-living

Even households earning over $150,000 a year are living paycheck to paycheck, Bank of America says

One in five households earning over $150,000 live paycheck to paycheck due to rising expenses and lifestyle creep.

These Are the Most and Least Expensive Cities in Florida

Rising consumer prices have caused significant financial stress for many American households, both nationally and particularly in states like Florida.

New York State's Most and Least Affordable Cities

Rising consumer prices significantly affect American families, both financially and psychologically, with notable stress reported due to costs of living and inflation variations.

Here's what has New Yorkers more stressed than the rest

The rising cost of living and financial concerns are major stressors for New Yorkers, affecting their overall well-being.

Even households earning over $150,000 a year are living paycheck to paycheck, Bank of America says

One in five households earning over $150,000 live paycheck to paycheck due to rising expenses and lifestyle creep.

These Are the Most and Least Expensive Cities in Florida

Rising consumer prices have caused significant financial stress for many American households, both nationally and particularly in states like Florida.

New York State's Most and Least Affordable Cities

Rising consumer prices significantly affect American families, both financially and psychologically, with notable stress reported due to costs of living and inflation variations.

Here's what has New Yorkers more stressed than the rest

The rising cost of living and financial concerns are major stressors for New Yorkers, affecting their overall well-being.
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How to handle an inheritance: the 3 key factors

Receiving an inheritance can be emotionally complex, often causing financial stress and unexpected conflicts among family members.

What Does Money Mean to Your Relationship?

Money discussions are often more uncomfortable than personal topics like sex.
Integrated money motives lead to greater relationship satisfaction than nonintegrated motives.

Tell us your experience with Australia's housing affordability crisis

Rising rents and housing costs severely impact the quality of life for Australians, increasing financial stress and homelessness.

I got married at 25 and took a personal loan of $15,000 to pay for the wedding. I don't regret it.

The couple took out a $15,000 loan for their wedding, easing financial stress but causing long-term debt.
Prioritizing celebration over finances led to compromises in their wedding planning.

Drowning in credit card debt? These companies can help

Credit card debt is rising in U.S. households, indicating more reliance on credit cards for financial management.

The cost of senior care: Why aging farmers fear the nursing home

The Haakensons face the emotional and financial burden of long-term care for their aging family member, highlighting a common struggle for many senior farmers.
#family-dynamics

I retired at 57 and moved to an RV. It wasn't my plan, but I wanted to be close to my grandchild.

Being close to grandchildren can significantly reshape retirement plans and daily life.

Ask Amy: This couple is too old to be living with parents, expecting to set the rules

Setting boundaries is important for maintaining healthy relationships.
Effective communication is key in resolving conflicts within families.

I retired at 57 and moved to an RV. It wasn't my plan, but I wanted to be close to my grandchild.

Being close to grandchildren can significantly reshape retirement plans and daily life.

Ask Amy: This couple is too old to be living with parents, expecting to set the rules

Setting boundaries is important for maintaining healthy relationships.
Effective communication is key in resolving conflicts within families.
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I moved in with my parents after being diagnosed with cancer. As a Gen Zer, I felt ashamed to go back.

Dreams can change unexpectedly due to life circumstances like illness, but finding support is crucial for emotional and financial relief.

Rents in Austin are down. But many renters still struggle to find housing they can afford. - Austin Monitor

Rent burden leads to financial stress even with salary increase.

Opinion | Child Care Is Just a Huge Mess.' Will Government Finally Fix It?

The sudden closure of child care centers is leaving parents and teachers in a difficult situation.
The child care industry is facing financial stress exacerbated by the pandemic and structural issues.
#communication

8 Ways to Have Lower Conflict Conversations about Money

Conflict about finances is a major relationship stressor, leading to anger and resentment.
Understanding each other's financial backgrounds is crucial to handling money disagreements.

Harriette Cole: I'm on the brink of unloading on my husband about the car crash

Communicate your feelings openly and honestly with your husband about the financial implications of the car accident.
Ask your husband about his plans to pay for the damages and work together to find a solution.
Practice and prepare for your public speaking engagement to alleviate anxiety and boost confidence.

8 Ways to Have Lower Conflict Conversations about Money

Conflict about finances is a major relationship stressor, leading to anger and resentment.
Understanding each other's financial backgrounds is crucial to handling money disagreements.

Harriette Cole: I'm on the brink of unloading on my husband about the car crash

Communicate your feelings openly and honestly with your husband about the financial implications of the car accident.
Ask your husband about his plans to pay for the damages and work together to find a solution.
Practice and prepare for your public speaking engagement to alleviate anxiety and boost confidence.
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Kashable Raises $25.6M for its Socially Responsible Credit Platform for Employers to Offer Loans to Employees as a Workplace Benefit

Financial stress increased for 63% of full-time employees during the pandemic.
72% of employees would be attracted to a company that cares more about financial well-being.

I've Tried 8 Popular Side Hustles and This One Is by Far the Best

70 percent of Americans are experiencing financial stress and nearly 8.4 million people have multiple jobs due to rising inflation and high living costs.
Abby Conway, a digital content creator, ranks eight popular side gigs from worst to best and shares her experience with each.

A teacher who hoped to take a break this summer is working 3 jobs instead. She explains what she's using the money for.

Young teachers, like Rebecca Cox, often take on summer jobs due to financial stress and low pay in the education sector.

Great Resignation 2.0 could be coming as more workers want to switch jobs in next year

Workers are considering switching jobs at a higher rate than during the previous Great Resignation in 2022.

New retail sales data show a fading consumer

The consumer's spending growth is slowing down, impacting the economy and the fight against inflation.

Under stress, loanDepot buys time' with plan to extend $500M debt

loanDepot is offering a mixed consideration of cash and new notes for old notes, reflecting financial stress.
The debt extension is seen as credit positive, providing loanDepot two more years to navigate market challenges.

The best student discounts we found for 2020

Student discounts help alleviate financial stress during college.
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