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Mike Brown

Mike Brown uses data from surveys and publicly-available resources to identify emerging personal finance trends and tell unique stories. Mike’s work, featured in outlets like the Wall Street Journal and Washington Post, provides consumers with a personal finance measuring stick to make informed financial decisions.

About Mike Brown

Current Role

Personal finance reporter

Degrees

  • Bachelor's degree in history and political science from the University of Delaware

Latest from Mike Brown

Dating and Finances

Being active in the dating world can be both eventful and exciting. You are meeting new people, trying new things, and perhaps finding someone...

The Money Behind Marijuana

In the United States, marijuana has come a long, long way.  In 1931, the state of Texas declared marijuana a “narcotic,” allowing a life...

The Best 100 Towns in Georgia for Starting a Small Business

Some of the biggest businesses in the entire world are headquartered in the state of Georgia: Coca-Cola,...

The Average Cost of Going to a Wedding in 2017

At the time of the publishing of this article, wedding season continues to move full-speed...

Which U.S. Colleges Make the Most Revenue From Applications?

For many college students, the midterm exams and research papers are the fun part. It’s true....

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

Its 2017, and believe-it-or-not, there is still at least one traditional service that seems like...

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

With the 2017-2018 academic year underway, this question will be revisited time and time again: “Why...

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...