Articles by Krista Baum

Krista is a freelance writer with extensive financial experience from holding management-level positions at financial institutions in New York. She still works in the financial industry with a focus on risk assessments, project management, and financial crime compliance. Krista has contributed to sites including AOL.com and The Huffington Post. Education: B.S. in Hospitality and Tourism Management from Virginia Tech.

How Much is a Safety Deposit Box? 2025 Price Guide by Size Photo of Krista Baum Krista Baum How Much is a Safety Deposit Box? 2025 Price Guide by Size Safe deposit boxes offer secure storage for valuable items, but they aren't suitable... TD Ameritrade Essential Portfolios Robo-Advisor 2025 Review Learn about the robo-advisory service called Essential Portfolios offered by TD Ameritrade, one of the major brokerages in the U.S. Wealthfront Investment Adviser 2025 Review Find out whether Wealthfront is the right robo-advisor to help you set up an investment portfolio for retirement savings Fidelity Go Robo Advisor 2025 Review Photo of Krista Baum Krista Baum Fidelity Go Robo Advisor 2025 Review Having your money managed by a professional is no longer reserved for the... SigFig Robo-Advisor 2025 Review Photo of Krista Baum Krista Baum SigFig Robo-Advisor 2025 Review Warren Buffet said it best, “Successful investing takes time, disciple and... How to Start Investing as a College Student As a college student (and possible first-time investor), learn how you can get started on investing and building and growing a diversified portfolio. How to Protect Financial Apps Connected to Your Facebook Account Learn about the security of the Facebook login credential when used to sign up for financial accounts, apps, and websites. Find out what you should do to protect this popular social media account from being hacked or compromised -- and, in turn, from affecting your money and sensitive financial information. Should You Cosign Your Child's Student Loans? Photo of Krista Baum Krista Baum Should You Cosign Your Child's Student Loans? With little to no credit history and minimal income, students fresh out of high... What You Need to Know When Using Home Equity Loan to Buy Another Home Photo of Krista Baum Krista Baum What You Need to Know When Using Home Equity Loan to Buy Another Home Imagine waking up to the sound of waves crashing on the beach, or looking out the... Overdraft Fees: Different Types, Explained & Compared Find out what a bank will do when you overdraw your checking account and leave a negative balance for several days. You may encounter an extended overdraft fee. Learn about how it works and when it charged depending on the bank. See the alternatives that can help you avoid overdrafts and the expensive fees.