Articles by Marina Shifrin

Marina is a staff writer for MyBankTracker.com. She is an expert in college finances, consumer spending and banking. Education: B.A. in Journalism from University of Missouri-Columbia.

10 Moving Tips for Relocating to Los Angeles on a Budget Moving to Los Angeles on a budget can be tough. Use these moving tips to alleviate some financial stress and ensure a smooth move to the city of stars. Who Should Pay the Bill: Financial Etiquette Photo of Marina Shifrin Marina Shifrin Who Should Pay the Bill: Financial Etiquette Scenario: You just had a lovely dinner with a friend. They ordered three glasses of... How to Graciously Decline Being In a Friend's Wedding If You're Broke Photo of Marina Shifrin Marina Shifrin How to Graciously Decline Being In a Friend's Wedding If You're Broke Calling my best friend to say I couldn't be a bridesmaid in her wedding was one of the... Are Your Long-Distance Relationship Costs a Budget Buster? Are long-distance relationship costs really more expensive than same-city dating? I put my own love life to the test. The Curse of The Lottery: 5 Winners and Their Demise The “Curse of the Lottery“ is a psychological study to some, a predictable outcome to others, and an unknown phenomenon to many. Learn the five examples of winners that probably wish they hadn't won in the first place. Why You Should Start Your Financial New Year's Resolution Today Photo of Marina Shifrin Marina Shifrin Why You Should Start Your Financial New Year's Resolution Today It's the end of December, which means all of those annoying self-help guides claiming... Money Goals You Are More Likely to Meet Photo of Marina Shifrin Marina Shifrin Money Goals You Are More Likely to Meet As the New Year begins, a lot of people are looking back at 2020 in order to... Why It's Nearly Impossible to Reach a Human at Your Bank Money is Not as Much of a Motivator As You'd Think Rent This, Buy That! A Guide To Renting vs. Owning Photo of Marina Shifrin Marina Shifrin Rent This, Buy That! A Guide To Renting vs. Owning There seems to be an ongoing debate; should you rent, or should you buy? For some...