Articles by Maggie Davis
69% of Americans Admit to Emotional Spending, Pushing 39% of Them Into Debt
September 25, 2023
Feeling blue? You wouldn’t be alone if you use your wallet to combat your sadness. According to the latest LendingTree survey of nearly 2,000 U.S.... read more
Buying in Bulk Could Save Shoppers 27%, on Average — Led by Paper Towels, Water and Batteries
September 18, 2023
With grocery prices rising, consumers may be looking to cut costs wherever they can — and that may mean buying in bulk. Good news for... read more
Majority of Homeowners Tackling Home Improvement Projects, With Painting, Landscaping and Bathroom Upgrades Topping To-Do Lists
September 11, 2023
Home is where the heart is, but it’s also where the hammer is lately. In the past 12 months, 68% of homeowners started or completed... read more
Fueled by Social Media, Gen Zers and Millennials Admit to Overspending on Beauty Products
August 28, 2023
Beauty is pain — and it’s particularly painful on wallets. According to the latest LendingTree survey of nearly 1,950 U.S. consumers, Americans spend an average... read more
26% of Americans Have Taken on Debt for the Latest Tech, Averaging $1,492 in the Red
August 21, 2023
Phones, computers and smartwatches are the Apple (brand or otherwise) of many consumers’ eyes — but shelling out for new technology isn’t exactly smart for... read more