Articles by Erika Giovanetti
Thanksgiving Spending Up 53% in 2020, Despite Smaller Gatherings During Coronavirus Pandemic
November 18, 2020
Thanksgiving is a time for gathering over a meal with friends and family, but the holiday will look a lot different this year as a... read more
Half of Millennials Have a Side Hustle Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
October 22, 2020
Financial hardship caused by the coronavirus pandemic has forced many consumers to look for opportunities to make extra cash wherever they can. Nearly half (45%)... read more
Nearly Half of Pet Owners Have Been in Debt for Their Pet
September 28, 2020
Pets provide loyal, loving companionship ─ maybe that’s why 69% of Americans own a pet. But between recurring costs like food and unexpected expenses like... read more
People of Color in U.S. Face Disproportionate Financial Challenges Amid Pandemic
September 22, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has caused financial hardship for many, but it’s disproportionately affecting people of color, a September 2020 LendingTree survey of more than 2,000... read more
43% of Americans Driven Into Debt Over Car Troubles
July 28, 2020
Your monthly auto loan payment is just a fraction of the true cost of car ownership. Drivers need to consider auto insurance, routine maintenance and... read more