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.

How to Save for Retirement When Working Part-Time Find out how you can save for retirement when working a part-time that earns unstable income or when the job doesn't offer a retirement plan. 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? Photo of Zina Kumok Zina Kumok Are Robo-Advisors the Best Way to Invest? Image Credit | https://unsplash.com/photos/dAmHWsRYP9c The first rule in securing a... 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 It's all fun and games...until your bank account goes into the red. Here's how you can keep up with your friends without going into debt. 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 Photo of Zina Kumok Zina Kumok How Teachers Can Save for Retirement Many teachers - especially those in major metropolitan areas - are working second... 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 There are a million decisions to make for a wedding, but this one is easy. If you're planning on using credit to pay for your wedding, here's how you can do it. The Best Credit Cards for Teens for 2023 Photo of Zina Kumok Zina Kumok The Best Credit Cards for Teens for 2023 Watching your child grow from an infant to a young adult is almost always a scary...