7 Ways to Keep the Summer Spending Craze Under Control

7 Ways to Keep the Summer Spending Craze Under Control

Summer’s spending temptations abound: Longer days, travel and camp for kids are just a few of the places our money ends up during the warm months. “We have expenses in summer that we might not have the rest of the…

The Summer of Scaling Back: Americans Approach the Season with Caution and Cost in Mind

Summer has long carried the promise of leisurely days, impromptu road trips, and small home upgrades that bring seasonal joy. But in 2025, that traditional image is being redefined by restraint. New data from the 2025 DuraPlas Summer Cooling Survey shows that 80% of U.S. homeowners are approaching the season with greater caution, pulling back on discretionary spending and prioritizing practicality over pleasure. This shift marks more than a fina…