Miranda Marquit

Articles by Miranda Marquit

Miranda is a freelance writer and professional blogger. She writes for a number of personal finance blogs, including the AllBusiness Personal Finance Corner. She has a M.A. in journalism, and is the coauthor of Community 101. Miranda lives Utah, where she enjoys spending her free time reading, traveling and playing with her son and husband.

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Could An Annuity Be The Ticket To Reliable Retirement Income?

February 21, 2012

With the 2008 financial crisis still fresh in some minds, one of the questions many are asking is this: Is there a way for me to protect my nest egg from market drops during retirement?

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Are You Falling Victim To Price Anchoring?

February 16, 2012

One of the ways that you might be wasting your money could be due to the effects of anchoring. Anchoring is one way that retailers and others try to get you to spend more than you might normally spend. The effect of anchoring can also be seen in your other financial decisions, including investing decisions. [...]

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9 Common Ways You Could Be Wasting Your Money

February 6, 2012

Most of us scoff at the idea of just throwing money away. However, you might actually be doing just that — every day. There are a number of practices, seemingly commonplace, that result in wasted money each month. If you are trying to figure out what has happened to your budget, and trying to pinpoint [...]

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Would You Use A Local Currency Instead Of A Federal Reserve Note?

January 30, 2012

As the economy continues to limp along, an increasing number of people are skeptical of the currency. But what alternative is there?

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Should You Itemize Your Tax Deductions?

January 24, 2012

It may seem like a pain to add up all of your deductions, but it can pay off in the end. Here’s what to consider

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Should You Move For A Better Paying Job?

January 18, 2012

You may be able to find a job in another city that has a higher salary, but should you move for a better paying job?

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Double Check Your Employer’s Retirement Plan

January 9, 2012

You may want to double check to make sure that your employer’s retirement plan is what you want to be devoting your resources to.

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Dress For Success: Find Business Attire For Less

January 2, 2012

As you build a professional wardrobe, here are some things I kept in mind.

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New Year’s Resolution: Giving More

December 29, 2011

This time of year, we think a lot about New Year’s resolutions, and what we can do to improve ourselves — and our lives. While these resolutions can be helpful in improving your financial situation and your lifestyle, you might be surprised at what you can accomplish in your own life if your resolutions focus [...]

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Why NOW Is The Best Time To Start Saving For Retirement

December 19, 2011

As soon as you started earning income was the best time to save for retirement. But now is the 2nd best time to start saving for retirement.

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How To Choose Good Tenants For Your Rental Property

December 15, 2011

Owning a rental property can be quite profitable, as long as you have the right tenants. Here are some tips.

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Gift Cards: Watch Out For Scams

December 5, 2011

One of the best gifts you can give to others is the gift card. I’m a big fan of gift cards. Unfortunately, no matter what you are buying, or where you are buying it, it always seems as though there’s some scammer out there trying to take advantage — and the same is true when [...]

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