Articles by Kathryn Tretina

Kat Tretina is a freelance writer based in Orlando, Fl. Her work has appeared in publications like Experian, CreditKarma, The Huffington Post, and more. Education: M.A. in Communication Studies from West Chester University of Pennsylvania.

9 Reasons Why You Still Want a Bank With Branches Find out why you might still want to visit a bank branch when you've grown to rely on online and mobile banking. What Is a Credit Card Grace Period? Photo of Kathryn Tretina Kathryn Tretina What Is a Credit Card Grace Period? Whether you just got your first credit card or are a credit card veteran, you may... What is the HELOC Draw Period? How to Prepare for the Draw Period End Photo of Kathryn Tretina Kathryn Tretina What is the HELOC Draw Period? How to Prepare for the Draw Period End If you have equity in your home — meaning the current market value of your home... Can You Open a Joint Brokerage Account? Find out whether you can open a joint brokerage account and the pros and cons of sharing an investment account with a loved one or trusted person. Should You Invest for Your Family and Friends? 4 Options to Consider If you want to invest on behalf of family or friends, learn about the serious risks involved, including the legal and tax implications. How to Buy Disney Stock: Invest in the Walt Disney Company Photo of Kathryn Tretina Kathryn Tretina How to Buy Disney Stock: Invest in the Walt Disney Company The Walt Disney Company is one of the world’s largest and most prominent brands,... How to Invest in the NASDAQ Index Photo of Kathryn Tretina Kathryn Tretina How to Invest in the NASDAQ Index Investing your money is essential to prepare for retirement, rather than just... 403(b) Plans: Guide to Contribution Limits and Withdrawal Rules Learn how 403(b) plans work as retirement accounts for employees in the non-profit sector, including pros/cons, contribution limits, and withdrawal rules. Required Minimum Distributions: Guide to Withdrawing Your Retirement Savings Learn how required minimum distributions (RMDs) work when it comes to withdrawals from your retirement accounts, including how it affects your taxes. How to Invest in the S&P 500 Index Photo of Kathryn Tretina Kathryn Tretina How to Invest in the S&P 500 Index While you can buy individual stocks and bonds on your own, that might not be the...