Budget Basics
How Americans Spend Their Money
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American household spends 30% of their budget on housing, 16% on food and 15% on transportation.
The below chart represents how the average American spends their money:
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If you're under financial stress, you may be arguing with your spouse or family members about money, experiencing headaches or panic attacks, hiding bills or receipts from family members, or finding it difficult to sleep at night. Your eating habits may have gone south, and you may find it hard to make it through the day. Use this guide to help you deal with your stress. |
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- 01/16/2012 - Numerous credit card issuers loosening standards
- 12/22/2011 - New service uses social networks to assess creditworthiness
- 12/09/2011 - CFPB creating simplified credit card form
