
The 2025 Goldman Sachs Retirement Survey and Insights Report found that around 40% of Americans making more than $300,000 per year were living from paycheck to paycheck. While this might sound surprising, making a high salary doesn’t guarantee that you’ll use it wisely to build wealth or afford the lifestyle you want without debt.
In a YouTube video, money expert and author Rachel Cruze discussed six financial mistakes that high earners often make. Plus, find out which smart alternatives she recommended.