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By Michelle Rivera
What is the ‘couch economy’ costing you?
Michelle Rivera
Michelle Rivera
Reporter · Cleveland, OH
Michelle, an Ohio State University graduate, has spent over six years focusing on community issues in Cleveland, including social justice and local initiatives. She has previously written for NPR's local affiliates, where she honed her storytelling skills to highlight diverse community voices.
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I get groceries delivered about three times a month. From my couch, I can also order dinner, buy a dress for an upcoming wedding and stream a movie. Many months, a solid chunk of my budget gets spent without me even leaving the house.This is the new “couch economy,” according to a recent report from Visa.
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