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Miranda Marquit

Miranda Marquit has been covering personal finance topics for almost two decades. Her work has appeared in various media outlets, including Forbes, NPR, Marketwatch, CNBC, The Hill, and Yahoo! Finance. She contributes to several financial websites and appears on podcasts covering investing, student loans, economic policy, and cryptocurrency. When not writing or podcasting, Miranda enjoys spending time in the outdoors, traveling, and playing board games. You can find her at MirandaMarquit.com.

Miranda Marquit

Articles by Miranda Marquit

the no surprises act protects you against medical bills that happened during an emergency
4 Min. Read

What’s in the No Surprises Act and How Can it Help You?

If you've ever been caught off-guard by a surprise bill, you know how frustrating they can be. The good news is the no-surprises act offers some protections.

A man who has inherited a house wondering what to do next
4 Min. Read

Everything You Need to Know About Inheriting a House

If you have, or are set to inherit a house you'll have to make a variety of decisions, starting with what you're going to do with it. Here's a guide to inheriting a house.

A middle aged couple making decisions about stocks and bonds in retirement
4 Min. Read

The Role of Stocks and Bonds in a Retirement Portfolio

Like many financial decisions, choosing how much of your portfolio is dedicated to stocks and bonds in retirement depends on your risk tolerance and other factors. Here's what you should know.

A mother setting boundaries with her adult daughter
4 Min. Read

Setting Boundaries With Adult Children and Grandchildren

They will always be your children, and you'll always be there for them. But what happens when old patterns and expectations become too much to handle? It's never too late to set some boundaries.

A family on a sailboat who have a life insurance trust
3 Min. Read

What Is a Life Insurance Trust?

Learn about life insurance trusts, their benefits and drawbacks and when these estate planning tools make the most sense.

A grieving senior getting comfort from a younger friend
4 Min. Read

Resources for Grieving Seniors

Grieving doesn't get easier as we age, but there are resources available to grieving seniors who can help. Here's where to look and what to look for.

People squatting in an exercise class - not a recommended technique for lowering RMDs
4 Min. Read

5 Ways to Lower Your Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs)

Everyone with tax deferred retirement savings is subject to required minimum distributions (RMDs) at some point. There are some things you can do to lower yours.

An older woman in a job interview worried that she is encountering ageism
4 Min. Read

What to Do if You Encounter Age Discrimination

Ageism can be difficult to pinpoint, but you don't have to endure it if it's happening to you. Here's what to look for and what you can do about it.

A grandpa exercising his brain and body
4 Min. Read

6 Cheap Ways to Keep Your Brain Young 

Keeping your brain agile and young is a worthwhile pursuit that doesn't have to cost a thing. Learn six ways that you can keep your brain fit and have fun doing it.

Two women looking under a couch for a lost retirement account
4 Min. Read

How to Find a Lost Retirement Account

If you've changed employers more than once, you might have left more than your office stapler behind. Here's how to find out if you've lost track of any retirement accounts.

Learning to set up an emergency fund.
4 Min. Read

How Much Should Retirees Keep in an Emergency Fund? 

Determining how much to keep in your retirement emergency fund starts with looking at your current assets and cash flow.

A couple meeting with their CFP
4 Min. Read

How to Find a Certified Financial Planner 

A certified financial planner can help you make the most of your money by helping you create and stick to a financial roadmap. Here's how to find one.

Couple speaking with a financial advisor about retirement
6 Min. Read

What’s Included in a Comprehensive Retirement Plan?

A comprehensive retirement plan includes strategies for minimizing taxes, covering rising healthcare costs, and more.