Data: Retail therapy is common — how to curb it
- 15% of Americans frequently regret spending money on items, according to a recent NerdWallet survey conducted by The Harris Poll.
- 41% of Americans say their shopping habits have contributed to their credit card debt, according to the same survey.
- 33% of women and 26% of men reported shopping to improve their mood in the past year, according to the NerdWallet survey.
- Men aged 35-44 are most likely to experience buyer's remorse, according to the NerdWallet survey.
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Data: Retail therapy is common — how to curb it
By Rosie Cima, NerdWallet Having a tough week? Have you considered spending some money on yourself? You’d be in good company. Three in 10 (30%) Americans say they’ve spent money on items to improve their mood in the past 12 months, according to a recent NerdWallet survey, conducted online by The Harris Poll. Some research indicates it may be effective — buying stuff you don’t need can make you feel better, providing a distraction, escape or sens…
Data: Retail Therapy is Common — How to Curb It
Having a tough week? Have you considered spending some money on yourself? You’d be in good company.Three in 10 (30%) Americans say they’ve spent money on items to improve their mood in the past 12 months, according to a recent…
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