Articles by Zina Kumok

Zina covers a wide range of personal finance with expertise in budgeting and money management -- much from her experience in handling her own finances. Her work has been featured in the Associated Press, DailyWorth, Investopedia, Business Insider, Forbes, US News & World Report, and more. Education: B.A. in Journalism from Indiana University Bloomington.

The Best Credit Cards for Teens for 2024 The best credit cards for your teen can teach your child to spend responsibly while building good credit without going into debt. How to Save for Retirement When Working Part-Time Photo of Zina Kumok Zina Kumok How to Save for Retirement When Working Part-Time When I was working part-time right after graduating college, the thought of saving... 6 Myths Every Student Thinks About Their Student Loans Photo of Zina Kumok Zina Kumok 6 Myths Every Student Thinks About Their Student Loans Image Credit | https://unsplash.com/photos/pYWuOMhtc6k Student loans are such a... Are Robo-Advisors the Best Way to Invest? If you‘re new to investing, robo-advisors like Betterment can be helpful. Here‘s how you can decide if robo-advisors are the best way for you to invest. Financial Abuse is Real: What to Do If It's Happening to You Financial abuse and financial infidelity are real. Learn how to understand if it's happening to you - and what you can do about it if it is. How to Keep Up with Your Friends Without Going Broke Photo of Zina Kumok Zina Kumok How to Keep Up with Your Friends Without Going Broke Image Credit | https://unsplash.com/photos/mGFJIUD9yiM When David Auten and John... How Uber and Lyft Drivers Can Best Save Their Earnings Photo of Zina Kumok Zina Kumok How Uber and Lyft Drivers Can Best Save Their Earnings When a bulk of your income comes from driving for a rideshare company, the topic... How Teachers Can Save for Retirement Learn about the different options that teachers can use to save for retirement, including 403(b) and 457(b) plans, IRAs, and pension programs. How Military Members Can Save For Retirement Learn how military service members can save for retirement, including through TSPs, IRAs, pensions, and all other accessible retirement options. How to Use Credit for Your Wedding Photo of Zina Kumok Zina Kumok How to Use Credit for Your Wedding A wedding includes major decisions (like where to get married or who to ask to be...