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Cindy Lamothe

FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 8 surprising things people buy during a recession - Caught on Camera

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When times get tough, you’d think everyone would tighten their belts and stick to the bare essentials. Though more consumers are prepared to rein in their spending and live with less, according to a study by Intuit Credit Karma, recessions have a funny way of revealing what people really value. 

From small indulgences to unexpected splurges, spending habits during an economic downturn can be… surprising, to say the least. 

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