America's Credit Is Breaking - Paul Oster #6367

Financial Survival Network · Feb 6, 2026 · 20m · transcript

Inflation is breaking more than wallets — it's breaking credit, and the damage is spreading fast. Kerry Lutz and Paul Oster break down the growing stress on consumer finances as post-holiday debt collides with stubborn inflation and a weakening job market. Rising credit card and auto delinquencies signal that many households are running out of financial breathing room. Paul warns that Buy Now, Pay Later programs — especially when used for essentials like rent — are quietly damaging credit scores, particularly among younger consumers. He draws parallels to the student loan crisis, where…