Mint, Author at MintLife Blog

Simple vs. Compound Interest: How to Tell the Difference

May 3, 2021 / Mint

Simple interest is calculated based only on the principal balance, whereas compound interest is calculated based on the principal balance and the accumulated interest from the previous periods. This means compound interest will make the amount owed grow at a...

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Early Career

The 20 Fastest Growing Jobs of the Next Decade

May 3, 2021 / Mint

The job landscape is constantly changing, and if the past year has taught us anything, it’s that opportunity and security in our careers is highly valuable. For those looking to make a career change or just getting started, it may...

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Investing Advice

The 13 Best Investing Apps for Beginners to Try in 2021

April 26, 2021 (Last Modified: May 12, 2021) / Mint

Whether you want to be hands on or hands off when it comes to investing, start building your wealth with any of these best investing apps for beginners.

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Unemployment

Understanding the Main Types of Unemployment

April 23, 2021 / Mint

You’ve probably heard unemployment rates talked about often in the news, especially recently, as the COVID-19 pandemic brought the economy to a halt, and tens of millions of Americans ended up without work. Many people also have personal experience with...

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Financial Planning

What is a Recession? (Are We in One or Close to One?)

April 23, 2021 / Mint

For many, the idea of a recession can be extremely unsettling. In fact, it’s been a little more than a decade since Americans faced one of the worst recessions in history: The Great Recession of 2008 that was fueled by...

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Investing Advice

What is an IPO? An Overview of Initial Public Offerings

April 23, 2021 / Mint

If you read about startups, are interested in investing, or keep a finger on the pulse of cutting edge tech, you’re probably heard of an IPO. IPOs are a big deal for new companies — but what exactly are they?...

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Financial Planning

What Is Repossession and How Does It Work?

April 23, 2021 / Mint

Falling behind on payments, falling into debt, or defaulting on a loan all have the potential to result in repossession. But how does repossession work? It can be a complicated process, and there are different types of repossession to consider. ...

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Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Small Business Loans

April 23, 2021 / Mint

Every small business needs some capital in order to get up and running. As an entrepreneur, you may need to hire staff, rent a storefront or office space, or invest in equipment or technology necessary for managing day-to-day operations. So...

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Coronavirus (COVID-19)

How to Find Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) in Your State

April 22, 2021 (Last Modified: April 23, 2021) / Mint

The current job market continues to fluctuate amid the active COVID-19 pandemic, leaving an unprecedented number of workers laid off and struggling to find alternative employment options. Without a clear sense of when the economy will return to its former...

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Personal Finance

Is PayPal Safe? [11 Tips to Buy and Sell Safely on PayPal]

April 22, 2021 (Last Modified: April 23, 2021) / Mint

PayPal is one of the top web-based financial transaction tools online, with millions of users paying for goods, services, and content on the platform. However, even the largest companies often have trouble ensuring that all customers’ security is protected, and...

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