Articles by Erik Neilson

Erik is a staff writer for MyBankTracker.com, who specializes in real estate, consumer banking and personal finance. Education: B.A. in Sociology from University of Vermont.

4 Questions to Answer Before Switching Jobs That Indicate You're Ready to Quit Photo of Erik Neilson Erik Neilson 4 Questions to Answer Before Switching Jobs That Indicate You're Ready to Quit For a lot of people, the daily grind starts to catch up after a while. Those... Why You Should Choose Online Banks Online banks come along with a number of advantages and may be a better fit for some people than small traditional banks — here are just a few reasons why. How to Save More Money by Spending More and Overcome Outdated Saving Habits A lot of people think spending less will help them to save money, but you can actually save more if you spend more. Read on to learn how. Why You'll Make These Mistakes Before Retirement If You're Not Paying Attention Photo of Erik Neilson Erik Neilson Why You'll Make These Mistakes Before Retirement If You're Not Paying Attention Retiring early is something that appeals to almost everyone. As you begin aging,... Ways to Survive Credit Card Approval Fraud and Why You Will Always Be a Target Photo of Erik Neilson Erik Neilson Ways to Survive Credit Card Approval Fraud and Why You Will Always Be a Target If there's one reason why so many people are still afraid to do their shopping,... How to Deal With Added Costs of Higher Rent So It Doesn’t Stress You Out Moving to a more expensive place can be difficult, especially considering the added costs. Here are a few personal tips to help keep you on track. Planning Future Healthcare Costs for Retirees Planning future healthcare costs for retirement is an essential part of aging. Read on to learn more and determine what you might be able to do about it. Beating Out Cash Buyers When Shopping for a Home Photo of Erik Neilson Erik Neilson Beating Out Cash Buyers When Shopping for a Home Many people simply don't have the cash up front to buy their new home. And while cash... 5 Features You Should Avoid When Buying a Home Photo of Erik Neilson Erik Neilson 5 Features You Should Avoid When Buying a Home Shopping for a new home can be one of the most exciting experiences a family or... 5 Projects That Lower Your Home's Value Home renovations can be ideal for increasing resale value. The wrong ones, however, can actually decrease a home's value. Here are some projects to avoid.