Balancing a fixed income with inflation, a Georgia retiree feels stuck
This is part of NBC News’ Checkbook Chronicles, a series of profiles highlighting the financial realities of everyday Americans.
Nancy Breland, 72, Georgia
- Retired and taking care of her husband, Breland has seen rising prices for everything from groceries and utilities to insurance and home maintenance eat into her fixed income.
- She has also seen her friends struggle with inflation, as well, through the church she volunteers at.
- Home maintenance is pricey, but it has its benefits: “I can sit…
