The change in seasons means a change in fashion, as we start putting on layers for warmth and style. All this can be fun for many, but for some of us the ringing cash registers can be ringing in disaster. If you think that you or someone you know has a shopping addiction, here are four of the signs, as outlined by Nancy Ryerson: 1) You shop to feel better when you are stressed. 2) You lose track of time and money when you shop. 3) You buy unneeded or unwanted things. 4) You shop alone to avoid embarrassment or distraction. If this is you or a loved one, get some help now!
Read the entire article here: Could You Be a Shopping Addict?
Carrie Rattle is a Principal at BehavioralCents.com, a website for women focused on mind and money behaviors. She has worked in the financial services industry for 20+ years and hopes to inspire women to better prepare themselves for financial independence.