Articles by Katherine Muniz

Katherine covers the issues that are most relevant to younger adults, including topics such as college finances, student debt, and consumer spending. She has contributed to other web publications such as Business Insider and Investopedia. Education: B.A. in Journalism from Fordham University.

Factors Hindering Retirement At 65 5 Ways to Lower and Pay Down Massive Debt (Part 2) Photo of Katherine Muniz Katherine Muniz 5 Ways to Lower and Pay Down Massive Debt (Part 2) Many consumers struggle with paying off high levels of debt, and in these cases, it... Understanding Bank Fees Photo of Katherine Muniz Katherine Muniz Understanding Bank Fees Using a basic checking account is sometimes free, as long as you meet the bank... Save for retirement with these ways Are There Alternatives to Bankruptcy to Get Rid Off Debt? There are effective way of getting rid of your debt aside from bankruptcy. Read on for bankruptcy alternatives to help relieve your debt. Is 20 Percent Down the Standard in Home Buying? Photo of Katherine Muniz Katherine Muniz Is 20 Percent Down the Standard in Home Buying? The prospect of owning a home may seem both thrilling and impossible. On the one... Smart Banking Practices Photo of Katherine Muniz Katherine Muniz Smart Banking Practices There are a few ways to keep tabs on your checking account's activities and... 5 Surprising Things That Don't Affect Your Credit There are a few surprising things that will never affect your credit score. Read on to find out which of your finances will never be assessed. 5 Common Sense Budgeting Techniques With these fun common sense budgeting techniques, you can allocate your money wisely and improve your financial state. Lastly,Taxable Brokerage Accounts Photo of Katherine Muniz Katherine Muniz Lastly,Taxable Brokerage Accounts Image via Flickr Taxable Brokerage Accounts A taxable brokerage account is very...