The Biggest Culprits of Overspending — And How to Break the Habit
Curated by Nicole Spector, Personal Finance Writer and Editor
Spending money is an essential part of keeping the economy healthy. If we don't support businesses with purchases, then we feed into the likelihood of a recession. But let's not kid ourselves. Many of us overdo it and end up saddled with high-interest credit card debt as a result. Though it can be tough to stick to a needs-over-wants budget when we live in a consumerist society, it's wise to be aware of the biggest culprits of overspending, and know some proven ways to break the costly habit.