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Eye on Your Money: Millions of Americans are borrowing to afford food
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· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Research has shown that millions of Americans are having to borrow money to buy food and other essentials.
In Miami , many people are struggling to afford basic necessities like groceries. Research has shown that millions of Americans are having to borrow money to buy food and other essentials. Further details on this issue are available from CBS Miami, which has spoken to grocery shoppers and a financial expert from NerdWallet.
The expert has shared some tools and tips that may help people save money. For more information on how people in Miami are coping with the high cost of living, and for advice on managing finances, readers can consult the full report from CBS Miami.
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Category: food Published: July 27, 2026 Source: CBS4 Miami Reading time: 1 min
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