Here are four stories of middle-class taxpayers who are finding it more difficult to get by as inflation saps their purchasing power.“So many things went up — meat is through the roof, vegetables, clothing,” says Gil-Torres, a life insurance agent who retired on disability. “I wanted new shoes for the winter — those warm Uggs. I have an old pair I paid $150 six years ago. They’re wearing out after so many winters. I want to get a new pair, but I can’t afford it. It’s over $200. It’s a lot. I’d rather eat well than buy a new pair of shoes. I need to buy smart.
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