US Debt During Pandemic, Unexpected State Tax Revenue

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Many Americans are paying down their credit card debt, but others are falling behind on car payments. We talk to a consumer credit reporter about the disparate impact the pandemic has had on personal finances. Then, we look at Wisconsin’s unexpectedly high tax revenues, and talk about what it means for negotiations over the next state budget.

Featured in this Show

  • How Pandemic Is Affecting Debt In US

    More people have been able to pay down credit card debt over the pandemic, but a growing number of people with low credit scores are falling behind on car payments. We talk to a consumer credit reporter about what it shows about the different effects of the pandemic on Americans’ finances.

  • A Look At The 'Unprecedented' Tax Growth Heading Into Next State Budget Cycle

    According to a new report this week, Wisconsin’s projected tax revenues will grow by $4.4 billion more than expected. We look at what’s behind the “unprecedented” increase and how it could affect the budgeting process for the upcoming two-year cycle.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Rachael Vasquez Producer
  • Bill Martens Producer
  • AnnaMaria Andriotis Guest
  • Shawn Johnson Guest
  • Arnold Shober Guest