I Have Well over $1 Million - Why Do I Still Feel Poor?

I Have Well over $1 Million - Why Do I Still Feel Poor?

Hitting $1 million in your bank account was once the ultimate sign of financial success, indicating you’d be set for life. After that first million, it would be nothing but luxury from that point forward. However, things have changed in 2025. Thanks to rising cost of living and inflation, hitting this once-significant financial milestone doesn’t mean what it used to. A recent Reddit user reflected this sentiment by admitting that acquiring a sev…

77% of Americans Feel Financially Insecure As Pay Fails To Keep Up With Inflation, Bankrate Reports

Despite a slight easing in inflation, financial insecurity remains a widespread concern for Americans, with 77% saying they don’t feel completely secure about their finances — the highest level in three years, according to Bankrate’s latest Financial Freedom Survey. The rising cost of living continues to outpace wage growth, eroding household budgets and reducing purchasing power. A salary that felt substantial just a few years ago now doesn’t s…