More Americans are concerned about getting or keeping theirfinancial houses in order, according to the latest BankrateFinancial Security Index, with nearly half of respondents sayingthey are most concerned with catching up on bills or remainingcurrent on living expense.
“Americans' top financial priorities reflect the realities manyhouseholds face of stagnant incomes, outstanding debt andinsufficient savings,” said Greg McBride, CFA, chief financialanalyst for Bankrate.
Paying down debt was the No. 1 priority of 22 percent of thosesurveyed, compared with 20 percent a year ago. Consumers nearingretirement (ages 50-64) were most likely to cite it as their toppriority.
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