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Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances
A new NerdWallet survey finds that 22% of Americans have made impulse purchases that have significantly impacted their finances in the past 12 months.
Jun 20, 2026
Dynamic Pricing: What It Is And Where Consumers Run Into It
Dynamic pricing is a strategy used by companies to automatically raise or lower prices based on factors like supply, demand and competitor pricing.
Jun 20, 2026
5 Budget-Friendly Thanksgiving Dinner Ideas
With a little planning, preparing the holiday meal can be less expensive than you might think. Experts share their top tips.
Jun 20, 2026
5 Ways to Winterize Your Home
Investing in home repairs, setting money aside for weather-related emergencies and shoring up insulation can help you save when it gets cold.
Jun 20, 2026
Plan Early, Wait to Buy: The Best Way to Save on Holiday Shopping
To nab the best deals, shoppers need to make a list early and track prices. Here’s how to navigate the season’s fluctuating prices.
Jun 20, 2026
Survey: Majority of Americans Have Money Regrets in 2024
Nearly 7 in 10 Americans (69%) say they have financial regrets for 2024, according to a new NerdWallet survey.
Jun 20, 2026
What $20 Gets You at Gas Stations in Each State
Gas prices are falling toward four-year lows — but vary widely across the country. Here's how much gas $20 will buy you in each state.
Jun 20, 2026
2024 Holiday Spending Report
NerdWallet’s annual holiday shopping and travel survey shows that spending is up for both categories this year, but some are still paying off their debt from last year’s holiday expenses.
Jun 20, 2026
4 Social Media Money Trends Worth Knowing About
Half of Americans (50%) have heard of at least one social media money trend. Here are four you should know about.
Jun 20, 2026
The Economic Sentiment and Data Divide
This report examines the disconnect between economic data and sentiment, and potential reasons for it.
Jun 20, 2026
Survey: Many Americans Lack Confidence in Financial Decision-Making
A new survey reveals fewer than half of Americans feel confident in their financial decision-making. Fortunately, there are worthwhile resources to aid in these high-stakes decisions.
Jun 20, 2026
CFPB Rule Would Help Medical Debtholders: Who Are They?
The CFPB has proposed a rule that would bar credit reporting agencies from sharing medical debt information with lenders — here's who that could benefit.
Jun 20, 2026