Discretionary expenses refer to non-essential spending on goods and services that are not required to maintain basic living standards. These expenses are often associated with leisure, entertainment, ...

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BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - The holidays can be a festive and expensive time of year. Nearly half of Americans expect holiday debt this season, and many plan to rely on credit cards or buy-now, pay-later ...

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