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Lesko Financial Focus: BNPL a Bigger Risk for Financially Stressed

Buy-Now-Pay-Later shopping can put financially challenged consumers at greater risk. Lesko Wealth Management Advisor R.J. Barber reports

Lesko Financial Focus: Jobs Rebound for November

Lesko Financial Focus: Catching up on Retirement

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Lesko Financial Focus: Consumers Get Relief at Thanksgiving Table

This year’s big feast was a little easier on the household budget. Lesko Wealth Management Advisor R.J. Barber reports.

Lesko Financial Focus: One in Five Workers Lack Retirement Savings

A new study finds some older workers haven’t saved for retirement. Lesko Wealth Management Advisor R.J. Barber has the details.

Lesko Financial Focus: Young People Turn to AI for Financial Advice

Artificial Intelligence may not provide the best advice for your money. Lesko Wealth Management Advisor R.J. Barber explains why.

Lesko Financial Focus: More Underwater on Car Financing

Many Americans owe more on their auto loans than their vehicle is worth, Lesko Wealth Management Advisor R.J. Barber explains why they’re underwater” and what to do about it.

Lesko Financial Focus: 28% Still Paying Off Last Year's Holiday Bills

Some shoppers will start the holiday season still in debt from last year’s holidays. Lesko Wealth Management Advisor R.J. Barber has details and offers advice.

Lesko Financial Focus: Modest Growth Expected for Holiday Sales

Merchants are expecting only modest growth for Holiday sales. Lesko Wealth Management Advisor R.J. Barber looks at the seasonal forecast.

Lesko Financial Focus: Election Worries Can Affect Finances

Jitters about November’s election are causing some to change their money moves. Lesko Wealth Management Advisor R.J. Barber explains how to ease those fears.

Lesko Financial Focus: U.S. Economy Grew in Quarter 2

How healthy is the U.S. economy heading into the 4th quarter of 2024? Lesko Wealth Management Advisor R.J. Barber has the details.

Lesko Nov. 2nd: U.S. Economy Grows Again in Q3

The U.S. Economy continues to grow more than expected.

Lesko Financial Advisor R.J. Barber reports on the Third Quarter numbers.

Lesko Financial Oct. 26th: Secure 2.0 Provides Financial Benefits to Workers

A new law may help workers stressed about their finances.

Lesko Financial Advisor R.J. Barber reports on the Secure 2.0 act taking effect in January.

Lesko Oct 19th: Inflation Remains Stubborn

Prices rose again in September.

Lesko Financial Advisor R.J. Barber reports on the numbers and the effects of lingering inflation.

Lesko Oct 12th: Retailers Begin Early Holiday Sales Push

Major retailers have already began their holiday sales promotions.

Lesko Financial Advisor R.J. Barber explains why they’re starting early.

Lesko Oct 5th: More Than Half Feel Behind on Retirement Savings

New studies say American workers feel they’re falling behind on retirement savings.

Lesko Financial Advisor R.J. Barber explains why and offers some advice.

Lesko September 28th: Big-ticket Expense Cutting

Instead of trimming small expenses, some households are saving money by cutting big-ticket items.

Lesko Financial Advisor R.J. Barber reports.

Lesko September 21st: E-Spending Shows Signs of “Inflation Fatigue”

Online spending trends show consumers are reducing luxury purchases to buy household staples.

Lesko Financial Advisor R.J. Barber reports on the numbers.

Lesko September 14th: Consumer Concerns About Tight Credit, Job Loss

A new survey says more Americans are worried about access to credit and future job losses.

Lesko Financial Advisor R.J. Barber has the latest.

Lesko September 7th: Companies Get Tough With RTO Mandates

Some big corporations are taking a tougher stand to get remote workers back on site.

Lesko Financial Advisor R.J. Barber reports on new Return-To-Office mandates.

Lesko August 31st: Get Your Finances Ready for Fall

Labor Day weekend is an ideal time to give your finances a tune-up. Lesko Financial Advisor R.J. Barber explains how to review and revise to stay on track.