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Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar

8/9/23: Ohio Election Results, DeSantis Fires Campaign Manager, Biden Restores Pro-Union Rule, Americans Drain 401Ks, Montgomery Dock Brawl, And New Rules For Adult Film Sites

Aug 9, 2023
01:18:13
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Topics discussed in the podcast include Ohio election results, DeSantis firing campaign manager, Biden restoring pro-union rule, Americans draining 401Ks, Montgomery dock brawl, and new regulations for adult film sites.
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Quick takeaways

  • Americans are tapping into their retirement savings at a concerning rate, with a 36% surge in hardship withdrawals from 401k plans.
  • US household debt has exceeded $1 trillion, including increases in credit card debt and delinquencies in auto loans, posing financial risks for individuals.

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Increased 401k Withdrawals Due to Financial Distress

Bank of America data reveals a 36% surge in people making hardship withdrawals from their 401k plans compared to Q2 2022. This trend of tapping into retirement savings is concerning, as it comes with long-term opportunity costs.

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