Articles by Marina Shifrin

Marina is a staff writer for MyBankTracker.com. She is an expert in college finances, consumer spending and banking. Education: B.A. in Journalism from University of Missouri-Columbia.

ACH Transfer Limits at the Top U.S. Banks ACH transfer are an important part of paying bills in your day-to-day life, even if you don't realize it. Know the ACH transfer limit at your bank. 10 Moving Tips for Relocating to Los Angeles on a Budget Photo of Marina Shifrin Marina Shifrin 10 Moving Tips for Relocating to Los Angeles on a Budget Don't come to Los Angeles. It's expensive, a hard city to live in, and you know... Who Should Pay the Bill: Financial Etiquette Photo of Marina Shifrin Marina Shifrin Who Should Pay the Bill: Financial Etiquette Scenario: You just had a lovely dinner with a friend. They ordered three glasses of... How to Graciously Decline Being In a Friend's Wedding If You're Broke Weddings aren't just expensive for the couple, but for bridesmaids too. Here's how to manage bridesmaid costs and why I said no to my friend's wedding. Are Your Long-Distance Relationship Costs a Budget Buster? Are long-distance relationship costs really more expensive than same-city dating? I put my own love life to the test. The Curse of The Lottery: 5 Winners and Their Demise Photo of Marina Shifrin Marina Shifrin The Curse of The Lottery: 5 Winners and Their Demise If you won the lottery, how would you spend your money? This is a common... Why You Should Start Your Financial New Year's Resolution Today Photo of Marina Shifrin Marina Shifrin Why You Should Start Your Financial New Year's Resolution Today It's the end of December, which means all of those annoying self-help guides claiming... Money Goals You Are More Likely to Meet Why It's Nearly Impossible to Reach a Human at Your Bank Money is Not as Much of a Motivator As You'd Think Photo of Marina Shifrin Marina Shifrin Money is Not as Much of a Motivator As You'd Think As the majority of Americans return from a three-day weekend, many are dreading the...