Articles by Daryl Paranada

Daryl is a staff writer at MyBankTracker.com who specializes in consumer spending, student finances and debt.

What You Should Never Do With Your Bank Account If You Are Moving Abroad Some 6 million Americans live abroad. One of the worst mistakes you can make if you plan to move overseas is closing your US bank and credit card accounts. 10 Smart Saving Tips for Young Adults Photo of Daryl Paranada Daryl Paranada 10 Smart Saving Tips for Young Adults Saving money is important at any age, but the way that you should save differs... Best Ways to Spend a Job Raise and Grow Your Money Photo of Daryl Paranada Daryl Paranada Best Ways to Spend a Job Raise and Grow Your Money Congratulations! You’ve just received a pay raise. What are you going to do with... How Scam Artists Target the Elderly Parents and Drain Their Bank Accounts Elder financial abuse is a severe problem that affects one out of every 20 older adults. 3 Instances When It's Actually Worth Being In Debt Let's face it, no one likes to owe money, but in some instances taking on debt might be useful. What you need to know about good debt. 5 Brilliant Ways to Handle Finances Freshman Year That Will Help You Beat Future Debt Photo of Daryl Paranada Daryl Paranada 5 Brilliant Ways to Handle Finances Freshman Year That Will Help You Beat Future Debt The first year for a college student is an exciting and challenging time. With a new... Why It's Important to Have the Inheritance Conversation Photo of Daryl Paranada Daryl Paranada Why It's Important to Have the Inheritance Conversation Many people find it easier to discuss their weight or age than credit card debt or... How My Single Mother Saved for College to Keep Me Debt Free After Graduation Raising kids in a two-parent household is tough enough, imagine how difficult it is with just one income. Advice for single parents saving for college. How You're Easily Duped by Debt Settlement Companies That Don't Seem So Bad At First If you have tons of debt, you might be tempted to use a debt settlement company for help. But it's risky. Here are the dangers of debt settlement companies. What to Do When Wallet is Lost or Stolen on Travel Photo of Daryl Paranada Daryl Paranada What to Do When Wallet is Lost or Stolen on Travel Is there anything scarier than losing your wallet in a foreign destination?...