About Mike Brown
Current Role
Personal finance writer
Expertise
- Precious Metals
- Student Loans
- Debt
- Mortgages
Degrees
- Bachelor's degree in history and political science from the University of Delaware
Personal Finance Experience
Mike’s work provides consumers with a personal finance measuring stick to make informed financial decisions.
Latest from Mike Brown
How Are People Making Payments in 2017?
In 2017, there are more payment options available to consumers than at any other point in history. Seriously, the payment world is your...
Robo Advisors vs. Financial Advisors – Millennials Still Prefer Real-Life
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Bitcoin’s Present (and Future) Role in the American Economy
The 21st century has brought about too many transformative ideas to count. It feels like with...
Student Loan Money for Greek Life Dues? 55% of “Greek” Student Borrowers Admit to Doing So
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The Battle for Best Original Content? 79% of Millennials Say Netflix
Long gone are the days of building your schedule around the 9 p.m. showing of...
70% of Millennials Report Anxiety From Not Having Their Cell Phone
In 2017, you can walk down any street almost anywhere in the world and see...
For Student Loan Borrowers, Where Does Repayment Rank On Their List of Priorities?
It is no secret that the student loan debt situation in the United States is...
Where Will Millennials Take the Car Industry?
Cars and the automobile industry have long been backbones of both the American economy and way of life. In the early 20th century, Henry...
How Much Are Dog and Cat Owners Willing to Spend on Their Companions?
Whether it be a dog, cat, horse, or bird (or all four), we all love...
Most Millennials Do Not Think the Minimum Wage Should Be Raised
Forget North Korea, healthcare, or Russian meddling. . .there is another hot-button issue that can...