Have you ever returned from a shopping spree only to feel a wave of regret as you unpack yet another item you didn’t need? You're not alone. Impulse spending is one of the most common financial pitfalls people face today, and it's one of the sneakiest ways wealth slips through our fingers. If you've ever found yourself answering “yes” to any of these questions, it's time to pay close attention: Does your spouse or partner complain that you spend too much money? Are you surprised each month by how high your credit card bill is? Is your closet overflowing with clothes and shoes you hardly wear? Do you rush to own the latest gadgets as soon as they launch? Do you often buy things you didn’t even want until you saw them in a store? Answering “yes” to just two of the above means you may be indulging in retail therapy —a term often used to mask what is essentially poor money management. The Real Cost of Impulse Spending Impulse spending might seem harmless in the...