The rising cost of living is weighing on consumers, causing more to fall behind on their monthly bills.
, driven by increases in food, shelter and medical care costs.
Although real average hourly earnings also rose a seasonally adjusted 0.2% for the month, they remained down 2.8% from a year ago, leaving more households stretched thin.and carry a higher monthly balance, making them financially vulnerable. "Americans must create a contingency plan to handle not only increasing interest rates but also high prices on basic necessities," said Allen Amadin, president and CEO of American Consumer Credit Counseling.
Most financial experts recommend having at least six months' worth of expenses set aside in an emergency fund. However, Rose Niang, director of financial planning at Edelman Financial Engines, advises clients to save closer to 12 months, considering
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