Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

We use consumer spending data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) to get a reliable third-party measure of people’s spending habits. The most recent BLS data estimates average total spending in 2021 was $66,928 per consumer. In other words: Does the card earn rewards at a high rate in the most popular spending categories?

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Bureau of Labor Statistics, the largest bill consumers pay each month is for housing. According to the BLS, transportation is the second-largest expense consumers have. According to the latest BLS data, consumers average over $8,000 per year on food expenses. What is the breakdown of the cost of living?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 10, 2017

’ While there is some macro economic sense in consumer spending causing an impact on the country’s growth, it doesn’t necessarily play well at the individual consumer finance level. The Bureau of Labor Statistics does a survey multiple times a year, called the Consumer Expenditure Survey. Rick Cynthia E.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 24, 2012

Forty-one percent of adults in the United States gave themselves a grade of C, D, or F on their knowledge of personal finance (according to the 2011 Consumer Financial Literacy Survey Final Report of the National Foundation for Credit Counseling). Then you are not included in the statistics listed above.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 16, 2013

An interesting statistic relating to this question is that, while online audiences are growing in number, the circulation of printed newspapers and magazines is heading in the opposite direction. This has been largely consumer-driven as more people acquire hand-held devices on which they can read books, articles and news stories.

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Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Look online for some interesting statistics from 2022 and ask your family questions like, What country in the world consumes the most candy thinker who ever lived? Ask each family member to name one thing that they are curious about. Have each child share what he or she would like to be when they grow up.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

With gas and electricity prices spiraling, consumers are looking for ways of saving money. These days, consumers are much less likely to stick with the same gas and electricity supplier long term. The savings from these minor changes alone could fuel 2 million new homes according to the latest government statistics!

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 2, 2018

As a voracious reader, I tend to download and consume a lot of content such as reports, whitepapers and eBooks. If you enjoyed this post, you might also like: 33 Statistics Summarizing the Year in PR, Content Marketing, Social Media and SEO . Sometimes it just requires paying attention to the little things and improving the routine.

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Nicoles Nickels

FEBRUARY 17, 2014

It’s a pretty startling statistic, which is why High Ridge Brands (maker of Zest®, Alberto VO5®, White Rain®, Coast® and Rave®) announced that consumers can help the company donate up to three million showers-worth of soap, shampoo, conditioner and other essential items to impoverished families across America by simply redeeming coupons.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 10, 2013

Just 23 percent of consumers surveyed typically spend more than $61 on a gift for Mom, while 31 percent spend more than $61 on gifts for Dad. Check out the full survey and statistics here. However, fathers might actually benefit more than mothers on their special days when their children are buying the gifts.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 9, 2013

In spite of the statistics and the down economy, there are some that ARE financially ready for retirement. If your life has been consumed by work and there are other things you haven’t been able to pursue due to working, you many want to consider retirement. How do we know when to pull the trigger and enter retirement?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 13, 2016

Here are some of the many tools used to convince consumers to buy. referrals, commercials showing others using the product or service, statistics showing how many use it, what kinds of people use it and etc all are forms of social proof. It was eye opening for the 10 year old. He even wanted to repeat the segment. Presentation.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

With so many different options out there, a consumer really can get overwhelmed and into trouble if they don’t know their credit card basics. Money Q&A : Seven Car Insurance Myths You Need To Know – There are a lot of car insurance myths that continue to be spread around by consumers. However, times have changed.

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Nicoles Nickels

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

Census Bureau 2012 Statistical Abstract. For these consumers who look to create flavorful, restaurant inspired dishes in their own kitchens, Hillshire Farm introduces Gourmet Creations, a new line of premium smoked sausage that offers wide meal versatility.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 26% growth in massage therapy jobs between 2016 and 2026, a much higher rate than average. Alternatively, you could develop apps for consumers. As an occupation, massage therapy is in high demand: The U.S. Want to start a business?

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