Mallika Mitra is a seasoned business and financial journalist. Her work has appeared in Barron's, Kiplinger, CNBC, Bloomberg, Bankrate, USA Today and more. She was also the investing editor at Money.
10 ways to save on back-to-school shopping
While shopping for the return of the school year can certainly take a bite out of your wallet, experts say there are steps you can take to minimize the costs. Here are 10 ways to save money on your back-to-school shopping.
How to save for short, medium and long-term goals
Staying motivated to save for an upcoming vacation with friends or a wedding may be easier than doing so for a far-off goal like retirement. But a key part of a strong financial plan is the ability to prioritize short-, medium and long-term goals and save for them simultaneously.
What is wage garnishment, and what should you do if you're facing it?
Now that student loan collections now that collections have been back for several months, some defaulted borrowers need to worry about potential wage garnishment. Here’s what you need to know about wage garnishment, plus a few options on what to do if you’re short on cash as a result.
Is financial health more important than looks? Gen-Z and Millennials say so, study finds
Money can’t buy happiness, but strong finances may be able to get you a few more dates, according to That’s according to a recent survey, which found that good savings habits, low debt and good credit scores are more important to many Americans than looks when searching for a romantic partner.
How not to overspend on your summer vacation
Summer is here, which means it’s time for lounging on the beach, exploring national parks, hopping on international flights and more. But when the warm weather hits and you’re in vacation mode, it’s easy to overspend. Here's what you can do to prevent it.
What's the difference between earned wage access and a loan? How to know which is right for you
When you’re hit with a surprise cost like a car repair or medical bill, waiting for payday can be challenging. But sometimes, you don't have to, with either earned wage access or a loan.
What to do if your credit score is harmed from the restart of federal student loan collections
If you see your credit score take a tumble, you’ll likely be wondering what to do next. Here’s everything you need to know about why scores are dropping and what steps you can take to start bumping your score back up.