Dinah Brin

Dinah Brin

Dinah Brin is a journalist-writer covering small business, personal finance, HR, health, logistics, real estate and corporate features. Former staff writer for Dow Jones Newswires and the AP.

19 Articles Written

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Credit Management

What happens when I swipe my credit card?

It took only seconds to buy a coffee with your credit card, but the transaction went through multiple steps on a vast interbank network to get from sale to authorization to final settlement.

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Family & Career

Life Insurance 101: How much, what kind, how long?

Life insurance can become confusing when you consider all the types offered: term, whole life, variable life, universal life. Choose the right insurance for your family.

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Savings & Budgeting

Why should I choose a neobank?

Neobanks, virtual banks with no- or low-fee accounts, higher interest rates, helpful money-handling tools and user-friendly platforms, may be a strong choice for tech-savvy consumers seeking a different banking option. Customers need to be comfortable conducting their transactions online or via mobile app.

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Savings & Budgeting

Who regulates fintechs?

Fintech firms — mobile neobanks, payment apps and online lenders — are challenging and changing the traditional financial services environment. Who regulates them? It depends on the particular fintech and the services it offers.

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Savings & Budgeting

Are neobanks real banks?

Virtual "neobanks" offer no-fee accounts, engaging apps with friendly budgeting, spending and saving tools, and attractive interest rates. Are these fintech companies real banks? Find out more now.

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Savings & Budgeting

Wedding season on a budget

Wedding season is pricey. Industry experts provide tips to survive wedding season under budget and unscathed.

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Savings & Budgeting

Saving for college: 5 tips for parents

College may be far off for your little ones but it's never too early to start saving. A 529 plan can get you started saving for college.

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Savings & Budgeting

6 Steps that can change your financial future

Here some small changes that can set you in the right direction and help you get on a path to a brighter financial future.

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Savings & Budgeting

Top 5 ways to cut monthly expenses

Although it may take planning and lifestyle tweaks, anyone can take steps to hold on to more cash. Here are five money-saving ideas to cut expenses.

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Savings & Budgeting

Saving money: Five real-world strategies

Saving money is hard to do. Check out these five real-world strategies for getting started, building a savings account, and keeping your money stashed away.

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Savings & Budgeting

Giving to charity: How to make it count

Tips for living a giving lifestyle and the benefits being charitable brings.

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Owning A Home

Flexible Options for Homebuyers Without Much Cash

A variety of options can help aspiring homebuyers who lack the cash for a big down payment. Government backed loans and other mortgages with flexible terms can help qualifying borrowers buy a house with little or no down payment.

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Family & Career

6 DIY Holiday Gifts

Sometimes the most meaningful gifts are the ones you make yourself. Here are 6 fairly simple and inexpensive DIY holiday ideas.

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Family & Career

5 Cheap Holiday Traditions Your Family Will Enjoy

These affordable holiday traditions will bring cheer to your family.

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Owning A Home

Moving on a Budget

Moving can be stressful, not to mention expensive. Check out these 11 options for cutting costs.

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Savings & Budgeting

Why Do I Need a Savings Account?

Why is it important to have a savings account? Find out why you should open a savings account and learn about the benefits and considerations.

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Owning A Home

How to Profit from Spring Cleaning

Spring is coming, and it's time to declutter. Here are 7 tips to make money while cleaning out your basement and house.

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Savings & Budgeting

Pros and Cons of a Joint Checking Account

Joint checking accounts can promote transparency and simplify a couple's finances, but they're not a onesize-fits-all approach. Partners and family members should consider the pros and cons, and their own personalities and circumstances, before sharing a checking account.

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