What is the FIRE Movement + How to Make It A Reality
Save more, spend smarter, and make your money go further In a world with stagnating...
Financial Planing
What to Do When Work Dries Up
This post originally appeared on Stash Learn The emails and text messages came fast, almost...
What Is a Budget Deficit? Deficit Causes & Solutions
If you pay attention to politics, work for a company, or are around accountants often,...
Real Minter Story: Adam
At Mint, we believe in celebrating ALL of your money wins – whether big or...
What Is Income Tax and How Is It Calculated?
Save more, spend smarter, and make your money go further Income tax is the tax...
Housing Finance
How Long Does It Take to Afford a Down Payment in Each State?
The traditional American dream typically begins with great jobs, two kids, and a family home...
Money Audit
9 Affordable Ways To Take Care Of Your Mental Health
They say that nothing is more important than your mental health – but tell that to an empty bank account.
It’s easy to spout platitudes about getting the help you need, but everyone has a financial reality to deal with. Your mental health is unlikely to improve If you can’t…
Mint Money Audit: Managing Money When You Make Enough
Mint Money Audit: Managing Money When You Make Enough
Anna’s email requesting help with her finances began with a unique confession. “Farnoosh, my money problem garners little sympathy,” the...
Mint Money Audit: Making the Most of a Side Hustle
Mint Money Audit: Making the Most of a Side Hustle
This week’s Mint audit introduces us to Selena, 48, a mom of two living in San Antonio, Texas. She is...
Student Finance
How to Use a Student Credit Card Successfully
Signing up for a student credit card probably sounds exciting. After all, for most students, it’s the first chance to open a line of credit – well, besides the student loans they took out.
But as tempting as it might be to take that new card for a spin at…
Should You Pay Off Student Debt with a Credit Card Balance Transfer?
Should You Pay Off Student Debt with a Credit Card Balance Transfer?
This probably comes as a surprise to no one, but college debt is at an all-time high. A few scary...
How to Plan and Save on Holiday Travel
How to Plan and Save on Holiday Travel
Some of my fondest college memories aren’t from going to homecoming games, attending my first college party or walking around...
Why You Might Want to Start Paying Your Student Loans in College
Why You Might Want to Start Paying Your Student Loans in College
When I was 26 years old, I paid off my student loans just three years after graduation. People congratulated me...
How Your Discretionary Income Impacts Your Student Loans
How Your Discretionary Income Impacts Your Student Loans
Paying off student loans can be a challenge, especially when you factor in other recurring payments such as rent, electricity,...
Student Loan Calculator
Student Loan Calculator
For many Americans, student loans can be one of the most frustrating parts of your personal finances. And paying them...
How to Build Your Credit as a Student
How to Build Your Credit as a Student
When my husband and I were dating, the topic of merging our finances came up. It was shortly after we...
Is Social Media Ruining Your Finances?
Is Social Media Ruining Your Finances?
It’s pretty well accepted that social media can have negative consequences for our mental health. As we look through snapshots...
Why UGMA/UTMA Accounts Are the Perfect Holiday Gift
Why UGMA/UTMA Accounts Are the Perfect Holiday Gift
If you have a special child in your life, you may be wondering what to put under the tree this...