March 2011 - MintLife Blog

Updates

Mint Launches “Quest for Money” Online Game

March 31, 2011 / Mint

At Mint.com, one of our core beliefs has always been that money management shouldn’t feel like a chore. Now, we’re taking that principle to the next level: teaching young adults about money management in a fun, entertaining way. We just...

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Trends

Falling Short: How Far Are States’ Budgets In The Red?

March 31, 2011 / Ross Crooks

California’s total budgetary shortfall is astounding, but that is also the country’s biggest state. In this infographic, we put things in perspective: in addition to calculating each state’s shortfall as a percentage of its budget for fiscal year 2011, we also calculate shortfalls on a per-capita basis. The results may surprise you.

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How To

5 Times You Should Have Asked a Company for More

March 31, 2011 / Christopher Elliott

Sometimes, customers let a company get away with murder — figuratively speaking. When something goes wrong, they take the first offer, whether it’s a voucher for a future hotel stay, a refurbished product, or an empty apology. You should almost never take the first offer.

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Credit Info

Should You Refinance Your Car Loan?

March 30, 2011 (Last Modified: November 19, 2020) / Stephanie Taylor Christensen

A common misconception about auto refinancing is that it is similar to home refinancing in complexity and requirements. In fact, it is much simpler and less time consuming. Here’s what you need to know about auto refinancing and how to determine whether it could help you save.

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Saving

6 Ways to Cut Your Grocery Bills Using a Farm Share

March 30, 2011 / Frugal Foodie

Eating local is more sustainable for the environment, and farm shares can also be more sustainable for your finances. Costs range from $200 to more than $1,000 for a weekly shipment of vegetables, depending on the farm, but spread out into deliveries of 10 to 12 pounds over several months, it can be fairly affordable.

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Saving

Why Canadians Love To Shop In The U.S.

March 29, 2011 / Serena

Ever wonder why Canadians get so excited crossing the border to go shopping? The main trigger is usually when the Canadian dollar (CAD) is at par with the USD, but even if it isn’t, there are plenty of other reasons to skip across that line.

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Trends

Help Wanted: Daily Deal Websites Are Hiring

March 29, 2011 / Donna Fuscaldo

It’s not just Groupon: as the industry grows, daily deals sites are staffing up, in many cases with members of the communities it serves.

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Investing Advice

Should You Invest in Japanese Funds?

March 28, 2011 / Matthew Amster-Burton

We all sincerely hope for a quick Japanese recovery. But should you invest in Japan funds? Why that may not be such a good idea for the buy-and-hold investor.

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How To

Quiz: How Well Do You Know Your Credit Rights?

March 28, 2011 / John Ulzheimer

(photo: sterlic) I’ve been writing for Mint.com since July 2010 and I’ve covered credit law several times in my articles. Now, let’s see if you’ve been paying attention. Below are 5 multiple choice questions that cover the Fair Credit Reporting...

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Saving

May I Rent Your Lawn Mower? Sharing Meets Web 2.0

March 25, 2011 (Last Modified: August 8, 2019) / Susan Johnston

Fueled by the recession and environmental concern about waste, dozens of websites offer a scalable platform for renting or sharing goods across a community.

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Month: March 2011

Mint Launches “Quest for Money” Online Game

Falling Short: How Far Are States’ Budgets In The Red?

5 Times You Should Have Asked a Company for More

Should You Refinance Your Car Loan?

6 Ways to Cut Your Grocery Bills Using a Farm Share

Why Canadians Love To Shop In The U.S.

Help Wanted: Daily Deal Websites Are Hiring

Should You Invest in Japanese Funds?

Quiz: How Well Do You Know Your Credit Rights?

May I Rent Your Lawn Mower? Sharing Meets Web 2.0

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