When we were growing up, losing baby teeth was a major deal, because doing so meant getting paid. We would stick that wayward chopper under our pillow, and wake up the next morning to find the Tooth Fairy had left...
New York is known for its diversity — in cultures, experiences, food, people…and definitely budgets. Using Mint data, the following infographic gives a peek into the monthly entertainment budgets for our users across the Big Apple. Click on “Launch Infographic”...
Looking for love? The best place to find a Valentine’s date may not be too far away. The nation’s top areas for singles may have the highest percentage of bachelors and bachelorettes, but financial factors are important, too. After all,...
The excitement of attending the Sochi Winter Olympics is palpable: Hair-raising, gravity-defying stunts performed by world-class athletes on snow and ice raise our heart rates and leave us wanting more. But like any major sporting event, going to Sochi will...
There’s a good chance you’re a fan of, or at least know about, the hit TV show Shark Tank. If you’ve somehow avoided this ratings juggernaut, here’s a quickie synopsis: amateur entrepreneurs come up with new ideas for businesses or...
Just like in food, fashion or fitness, financial trends come and go, too. As the new year approaches, here’s a look at what will be “in” and what will be “out” for 2014. IN: Mobile payments OUT: Wallets The global...
The average student loan debt in the U.S. is just shy of $30,000, but several states have already passed that milestone. A report from the Institute for College Access & Success studied the debt loads of 2012 college graduates and...
After bringing our financial system to the brink of collapse, banks are finally facing tougher regulation. The biggest changes in the banking industry from 5 years ago restrict proprietary trading and demand higher capital requirements. Without the profit center of...
5, 4, 3, 2, 1…Happy New Year! The champagne, the confetti, the legendary ball drop are just some of the ways the vast majority of Americans celebrate New Year’s Eve. Check out what Americans will spend during one of the...
Minters, are you spending the holidays away or at home? For many, a huge part of the holiday season is traveling to see family and loved ones. In fact, Americans are expected to spend $58 billion on Christmas travel in...
