Inflation rate increase: What can you do to stay afloat?


The Consumer Price Index increased 0.9 percent in the month of June, bringing the total to 5.4% over the last year. It’s the largest monthly increase since August 2008. A certified financial planner shares what’s behind the inflation rate increase and how you can stay in the green.

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