Articles by Marina Shifrin - Page 4

How I Recovered $2,000 My Lost Tax Refund
Marina Shifrin
Marina Shifrin
How I Recovered $2,000 My Lost Tax Refund
A few weeks ago I realized I had over $2,000 missing from...
How I Avoided Debt and Got Through My 20s
It may not always be easy, but there are strategies on how to avoid debt in your 20s. MyBankTracker's Marina Shifrin explains her 6 favorite ways to save.
Should You Accept an Unpaid Internship to Start Your Career?
The jobs market is confusing for everyone, but especially people who are just starting out: Are unpaid internships illegal or not? Should you work for free?
Retirement Before Age 40: 3 Steps to Take
Marina Shifrin
Marina Shifrin
Retirement Before Age 40: 3 Steps to Take
Contrary to popular belief, retiring by age 40 is a possibility. The...
My Journey to Working Freelance Wasn’t Easy, But It Was Worth It
Marina Shifrin
Marina Shifrin
My Journey to Working Freelance Wasn’t Easy, But It Was Worth It
Going from a stable job to working freelance is a terrifying career...
8 Ways to Prepare for Your Quarter-Life Crisis
If you're on the brink of having a quarter-life crisis, then follow these 8 tips to prepare financially and professionally. Welcome to 25!
5 Steps to Avoid the $362 Uber Ride Heard ‘Round the World
Uber surge pricing strikes again. Here's how one woman ended up with a $362 Uber bill for a 20-minute ride and how you can avoid making the same mistake.
How You’re Tricked Into Paying More When Shopping Online
Marina Shifrin
Marina Shifrin
How You’re Tricked Into Paying More When Shopping Online
There are online shopping tricks to look out for, including online price...
Smart Spending Means You’re Allowed to Splurge on These 5 Items
Marina Shifrin
Marina Shifrin
Smart Spending Means You’re Allowed to Splurge on These 5 Items
Smart spending means picking and choosing the things that matter to you....
5 Ways To Beat Debit Card Fees
With all this fee nonsense it is now wonder many banking consumers are becoming increasingly frustrated with their financial institutions. Here are some options to avoid debit card fees. With the Durbin amendment changing the way many banks operate consumers...