#238: Why So Many Americans Feel Broke Even When They're Working

So many people are working full time yet still feel like they’re falling behind. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down why this is happening and what you can do to take back control of your money, even in a tough economy.We talk about:Why 45 percent of Americans say the cost of living feels unaffordableThe truth about debt, housing costs, and lifestyle creepFive simple steps to create real breathing room againI also share the exact starter habits that will help you feel more stable with your money, including how to build a small emergency fund and why a high yield savings account matters.Check out my favorite high yield savings account options: https://inspiredbudget.com/hysa You Might Like: Get the FREE Goodbye Debt Tracker! Grab my FREE Budgeting Cheat Sheet. Get the Budget My Paycheck Spreadsheet. Follow Allison on Instagram! @inspiredbudget Check out Inspired Budget's blog. Take my FREE class on How to Budget to Build Wealth!