Articles by Maggie Davis
Monthly Debt Payments Approach $1,600, With California Residents Leading the Way
January 6, 2025
Most Americans are familiar with debt, but how much indebted consumers are putting toward their payments varies by location and age. Overall, Americans put an... read more
36% of Americans Took on Holiday Debt, Averaging $1,181
December 23, 2024
Consumers spread more than Christmas cheer this holiday season; they also took on debt. In fact, 36% of Americans took on holiday debt this season,... read more
Average Car Payment and Auto Loan Statistics: 2025
December 17, 2024
The average car payment for new vehicles was $737 per month in the third quarter of 2024, up 0.7% from Q3 2023. Meanwhile, average car... read more
Florida Has Highest Identity Theft Rate, With Cape Coral Seeing Biggest Spike by Metro
December 16, 2024
From online data leaks to phishing and social media scams, personal information is extremely vulnerable in today’s digital world. Residents in some states are more... read more
US Collects $23.0 Billion in Tobacco and Alcohol Sales Tax Revenue, Down 1.5% From Year Ago
December 16, 2024
Tobacco and alcohol come at a price beyond your health. Unlike a general sales tax, these products face additional taxes in an attempt to discourage... read more