Zina Kumok, Author at MintLife Blog

Why You Should Celebrate National Buy Nothing Day Instead of Black Friday

November 24, 2021 / Zina Kumok

If you’re on the fence about Black Friday, you might be interested in Buy Nothing Day. We’ll explain how it works and how to celebrate.

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Budgeting

6 Budget Friendly Ways to Support Small Businesses

November 23, 2021 / Zina Kumok

When it comes to helping out small businesses, cash is king. The best way to make sure your local mom-and-pop bookstore or coffee shop stays in business is by shopping there as possible. But for those of us on a...

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Budgeting

How Much to Spend on Gifts This Holiday Season

November 15, 2021 / Zina Kumok

No one wants to be the least generous gift-giver, but just about everyone is looking for ways to cut back. Here are some simple strategies.

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Financial Planning, Hacks

7 Online Shopping Hacks to Save Money

November 15, 2021 / Zina Kumok

With the holidays coming up, it’s time to bust out our savings hacks. Here are some of our favorite ways to save money when shopping online.

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Money Etiquette

American Women Quarters Program

November 11, 2021 / Zina Kumok

The faces of historically prominent women are coming on new quarter designs from the U.S. Mint. Here are the women being honored in 2022.

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Real Money Talk

Do Black Friday Deals Really Save You Money?

November 10, 2021 / Zina Kumok

Let’s look at some strategies to sort through the Black Friday noise, so you can save as much money – and time – as possible.

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Personal Finance

What Does Being ‘Good with Money’ Actually Look Like?

October 20, 2021 / Zina Kumok

People tend to talk about being financially savvy in a black and white way. You’re either good with money or you’re not. But as with most things related to your finances, it’s a little more complicated than that. You could...

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Trends

Is Your Skincare Routine Worth the Price Tag?

October 15, 2021 / Zina Kumok

If you like to take care of your skin, you’re probably already resigned to the fact that skincare products are not cheap. The worst part is, those tiny bottles of serum and moisturizer always seem to run out faster than...

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Money & Relationships, Personal Finance

8 Things You Can Do Today to Stop Stressing About Money

October 11, 2021 / Zina Kumok

A little stress is a good thing. It keeps us on our toes, challenges us to improve and can even lead to healthier brain function. A life without any stress at all would be pretty boring. But when it comes...

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