CHARLOTTE, N.C. — New data shows you're likely spending a lot more on subscriptions than you realize.
Americans are spending billions of dollars on stuff they have probably forgotten about. Subscription services' dirty little secret is they owe a lot of their success to customers' lack of attention.
Most Americans think they spend about $62 per month on subscriptions. But, get this, the real number is closer to $300 per month.
Between streaming music, newspaper and other services, it can all add up.
WCNC Charlotte is always asking "where's the money?" If you need help, reach out to WCNC Charlotte by emailing money@wcnc.com.
Lots of folks plan to pick up subscriptions for one-off things like sports games and seasons of a show they like.
But, when they forget to cancel, it generates big money for services like Paramount+ or Hulu.
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