Good morning and Happy Friday! I’m Betty Lynn Fisher for the Friday consumer edition of Daily Money.
Are you a recent college graduate, or do you know someone who has?
Rachel Barber reports that the Class of 2026 graduated into an economic environment where consumer sentiment is near an all-time low.
New college graduates are entering the “real world” without rose-colored glasses. A February survey by career platform Monster found that 76% of college graduates said they were concerned about the impact of the economy on their job prospects.
Mr. Barber shares five things new graduates should keep in mind to build the right financial foundation.
Are retirees’ savings at risk?
American retirees are likely to outlive their savings in 41 states, according to a new report.
Daniel de Visse details the regions where retirees can outlive their savings and the states where there’s likely to be a surplus.
Want to move?
How much money would you accept as an incentive to move to a new city?
Is $9,500 enough?
Anthony Thompson reports that a Wisconsin city is trying to attract new residents by offering thousands of dollars in cash and local perks to those willing to move.
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Betty Lin-Fisher is a consumer reporter for USA TODAY. Contact her at blinfisher@USATODAY.com or follow her at @blinfisher on X, Facebook and Instagram and @blinfisher.bsky.social on Bluesky.. Please sign up
