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What’s the Difference Between 401(k) and 403(b) Retirement Plans?

December 28, 2020 / Mint

Investing in your retirement early is the best way to ensure financial stability as you age, especially when it comes to understanding various retirement options. Getting started may feel overwhelming — luckily we’re here to help. We help break down...

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Early Career

10 Ways to Master a Virtual Career Fair (+ Questions to Ask)

December 17, 2020 (Last Modified: February 22, 2021) / Mint

Preparing for a career fair used to mean packing a bag, suiting up, and budgeting more time for travel. Now, preparational tasks include updating video backgrounds and Wi-Fi connections. Swapping in-person events for virtual events may sound like an outlandish...

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How To

Curb Emotional Spending with These 6 Mindful Money Tips

December 11, 2020 / Mint

It’s common to treat yourself to something sweet when you’re feeling down, or celebrate achievements over dinner. However, little “treats” may be emotional spending in disguise. If you’re frequently feeling guilty for buying things you never use, you may be...

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Money Etiquette

Holiday Spending Statistics for 2021

November 30, 2020 (Last Modified: January 12, 2021) / Mint

Rather than shopping in department stores and visiting Santa at the mall, this year’s holiday season is going to look a little different. You’ll likely be spending more time with your closest loved ones and exchanging gifts you ordered online....

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Financial Planning

Should I Cash Out My 401k to Pay Off Debt?

November 20, 2020 (Last Modified: January 26, 2021) / Mint

Paying off debt may feel like a never-ending process. With so many potential solutions, you may not know where to start. One of your options may be withdrawing money from your retirement fund. This may make you wonder, “should I...

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Business

Small Business Grants (Where to Get Them & How to Apply)

November 11, 2020 (Last Modified: February 11, 2021) / Mint

If you’re a small business owner looking for funding, you may want to consider applying for a grant. Small business grants can provide your organization with an influx of capital that you can use to achieve your short- and long-term...

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Personal Finance

Divorce Financial Planner Tips When Preparing for Divorce

November 11, 2020 (Last Modified: December 8, 2020) / Mint

Preparing for a Divorce: Personal Finance Tips from the Pros It’s hard to think in a practical, financial frame of mind when you’re in the midst of the emotional storm of a divorce. All the things that have to be...

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Personal Finance

Financial Advice From the Top Finance Gurus and Pros

November 11, 2020 (Last Modified: February 15, 2021) / Mint

Personal Finance Advice from the Pros: Dave Ramsey, Suze Orman, and More When it comes to building personal wealth, budgeting like a pro, or starting a new business, people turn to famous financial gurus for advice. Not only do these...

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Budgeting

6 Signs Your Personal Finance Software Makes Life Easier

November 11, 2020 (Last Modified: December 8, 2020) / Mint

6 Signs Your Personal Finance Software Makes Life Easier Finding personal finance software is easy, because there are countless choices in mobile apps, online programs, and finance software you can run on your home computer. But they’re certainly not equal....

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Personal Finance

Answers to 7 Money Management Questions You’ve Been Asking

November 11, 2020 (Last Modified: December 8, 2020) / Mint

Answers to 7 Money Management Questions You’ve Been Asking Manage your money and boost your retirement fund. Money management takes time, patience and some knowledge. While you don’t need to be an expert, you need to understand a few things...

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