Articles by Alexander Matjanec

Alexander Matjanec is a Co-Founder of MyBanktracker, who specializes in banking trends and consumer financial products.

5 Tips to Avoiding Money Mistakes When Self-Employed Photo of Alexander Matjanec Alexander Matjanec 5 Tips to Avoiding Money Mistakes When Self-Employed As unemployment rates continue to holdout at 9 percent and signs of economic recovery... Preparing Your Child For The Cost of College 401k vs. IRA: Which Retirement Plan is Better? There are two main types of retirement plans: employer sponsored 401K plans and IRA accounts. Learn which retirement plan better for you and how to choose it. When Having Multiple Bank Accounts is Bad? Photo of Alexander Matjanec Alexander Matjanec When Having Multiple Bank Accounts is Bad? Studies have shown that the average American maintains relationships with more... Are 529 Prepaid OR 529 Savings Plans Worth It? Photo of Alexander Matjanec Alexander Matjanec Are 529 Prepaid OR 529 Savings Plans Worth It? With double-digit increases in tuition over the last two years and additional... Money Making Mistakes to Avoid for Entrepreneurs Saving for Retirement: Another Take on How to Plan How to Stop Buying Clothes and Other Items You Don’t Need Photo of Alexander Matjanec Alexander Matjanec How to Stop Buying Clothes and Other Items You Don’t Need The easiest way to kill your bank account or rack up debt is by purchasing clothes... Why Conscious Spending Can Be More Fun Than Saving Photo of Alexander Matjanec Alexander Matjanec Why Conscious Spending Can Be More Fun Than Saving Sticking to a budget can be hard. Those who struggle are often left feeling guilty and... Owning A Pet: Why Planning Ahead Saves