3 in 10 Think a Raise Would Help Their Money Stress Most—But There May Be an Easier Fix

Key Takeaways Close to a third of Americans believe earning more would reduce their financial stress the most, but spending habits may play a bigger role. Overspending on nonessentials is the top financial regret, with 29% of survey respondents citing it as their biggest mistake. Rushed, unplanned decisions account for 28% of financial mistakes, highlighting the importance of slowing down and planning purchases. More than 8 in 10 Americans report at least one financial regret from 2025, accordin ...