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Linda Meltzer

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Linda Meltzer’s Biography

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My name is Linda Meltzer, Esq., working as a professor to business students, after a career as a ranked equity analyst. I am the founder of https://thecentsofmoney.com, using my personal finance expertise to help people, especially young adults to invest and manage their money for now and in the future.
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What You Need To Know About A Sinking Fund - the cents of money

What You Need To Know About A Sinking Fund - the cents of money

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18 Personal Finance Ratios You Should Know - the cents of money

18 Personal Finance Ratios You Should Know - the cents of money

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How To Buy A Home With Bad Credit - the cents of money

How To Buy A Home With Bad Credit - the cents of money

Is it easy to buy a home with bad credit? No, but it's not impossible to do so. Before engaging in a search f…

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Being Frugal When Saving Time And Money - the cents of money

Being Frugal When Saving Time And Money - the cents of money

Warren Buffett I bristled when they called me a cheapskate when I was a young kid. It cast a dark shadow over…

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The Pros And Cons of Credit Cards - the cents of money

The Pros And Cons of Credit Cards - the cents of money

For me, credit cards have always been a double-edged sword, a fight between good and evil, or in Biblical ter…

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10 Benefits of Being A Mentor - the cents of money

Behind every successful person, there is a mentor who helped them along the way. Mentees gain numerous benefi…

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Articles

10 Wealth-Building Secrets from The Richest Man in Babylon See How

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By Linda Meltzer
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Personal finance lessons are all around us in our everyday lives. Every day we handle money without thinking about the consequences of making poor decisions. However, we may not grasp our own financial mistakes. We can learn better financial habits from The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason, an all-time favorite. This book can help anyone avoid financial blunders, create wealth and build a financially secure future. I recommend this easy-to-absorb book to my business students and my children.
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The Pros and Cons of Rent vs. Buy Your Home

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By Linda Meltzer
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Owning a home is the ultimate dream for many. Since I was 21, I have always wanted to be a property owner. The thought of paying rent every month was discouraging, and I wanted to leap to ownership, but so did millions of other people. However, times have changed, and people are increasingly considering renting rather than buying property. Mortgage rates remain high, and may be stalling your ability to buy a home.
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25 Money-Making Hobbies for Side Income

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By Linda Meltzer
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Many of us begin a hobby for fun and enjoyment, not necessarily for profit. However, many hobbies that make money are win-win situations for your wallet. It may be time for you to consider monetizing your talent either as a side hustle or full-time. Do you have a hobby? Hobbies are activities we enjoy doing when we have spare time. These activities help us develop skills and talent, make friends with similar interests, reduce stress, and provide an extra stream of income.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

My first job was as a published analyst covering the telecom industry and stocks like ATT and Verizon.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes, I have, and with two fingers.

How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?

Via email.