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Americans Split Over Finances in 2010
COUNTRY Index shows mixed emotions about money matters
Bloomington, Ill., December 15, 2009– As 2009 draws to a close, Americans are almost evenly divided on their future financial predictions for 2010, according to a survey conducted in connection with this month's COUNTRY Financial Security Index®. Twenty-nine percent say things will be better, 28 percent say things will be worse and 32 percent think the status quo will prevail.
Looking to improve your marriage?
Americans say having a financial plan might help
Bloomington, Ill., January 19, 2010 — Even with the stress from a shaky economy, many couples are on stable ground when it comes to money matters and their relationship — especially if they have a plan. A COUNTRY Financial survey of nearly 2,000 married Americans shows couples with financial plans exhibit better communication and greater trust than couples who don't.