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What Is a Budget Deficit? Deficit Causes & Solutions

April 21, 2021 (Last Modified: April 23, 2021) / Mint

If you pay attention to politics, work for a company, or are around accountants often, you’ve probably heard of a budget deficit. While the way people talk about budget deficits make them sound confusing and difficult, the concept is actually...

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Early Career

Top 25 Highest Paying Jobs Without a Degree

April 19, 2021 (Last Modified: June 22, 2021) / Mint

Although college is a great way to invest in yourself, it’s not always for everyone. A college degree may be a stepping stone to overall success, but 43.2 million Americans have also left college with an average of $39,351 in...

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Money Etiquette

How to Deposit Cash: Local Banks, ATMs, and Online Banks

April 19, 2021 / Mint

If you need to deposit cash into your bank account, you have several options, including your local bank branch or an ATM that accepts deposits. While it isn’t possible to make deposits directly to most online banks, there are often...

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Money Etiquette

How to Void a Check

April 12, 2021 / Mint

You can easily void a check by writing “VOID” across the front of the check, using blue or black ink and large letters. You may need to void a check to set up automatic transactions, like direct deposit of paychecks...

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Early Career

47 Side Hustles for Moms to Try in 2021

April 12, 2021 (Last Modified: July 20, 2021) / Mint

Whether you’re a full-time working mom or you stay at home to take care of the kids, you may find yourself looking for ways to boost your family’s income. Make use of your spare time by taking on a side...

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Money Etiquette

How Do Banks Make Money?

April 5, 2021 / Mint

Banks make money on the services they provide. They earn money by charging customers interest on various loans and through bank fees. As hubs for money and financial services, banks deal with lending money and keeping it secured for their...

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Budgeting

Budgeting for Teens: 14 Tips For Growing Your Money Young

March 29, 2021 / Mint

While you may need to learn geography and geometry to get your high school diploma, some important life skills aren’t always taught in school. Budgeting is a real-life skill that you can practice every day to set yourself up for...

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mortgages

What is a Reverse Mortgage? Requirements, Pros, and Cons

March 28, 2021 (Last Modified: June 28, 2021) / Mint

A reverse mortgage, also known as a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM), is a loan that allows homeowners to access the equity they’ve earned in their home in exchange for cash. The catch is that, like a traditional mortgage, the...

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Business

How to Write a Business Plan: A Step-by-Step Guide

March 28, 2021 (Last Modified: June 28, 2021) / Mint

For many Americans, the idea of becoming your own boss is exciting—you get to be the visionary behind your products, schedule your own hours, and enjoy a lot of freedom. But getting to that point takes some work upfront. Creating...

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Investing Advice

38 Ways to Invest in Yourself and Build a Better Future

March 22, 2021 (Last Modified: July 6, 2021) / Mint

Investing in yourself is more than just acquiring stocks and bonds. When you make conscious decisions to invest in your financial wellbeing, health, career, and interests, you set yourself up for success in the future. Not sure where to start?...

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