You Told Us: How Has the Economy Affected You?

Things Are Looking Up

Question: How has the economy affected your long-term plans? When do you think the economy will start to turn around? 

Though unsurprisingly money problems are in the forefront of everyone’s mind, a good number aren’t worried about the future: 47 percent of respondents say that the economy hasn’t affected their long-term plans. Still, 23 percent say that their retirement plans have been impacted, 12 percent are deeper in debt, and many other respondents voice concern about their ability to pay for college. But there is hope, as 34 percent foresee an economic upswing in a year. 

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