Michael Griffin's Profile

Michael is currently a 4th year accounting student at the University of Texas at Austin. He is particularly interested in business finance and debt. Additionally, he is writing his thesis on prepaid debit cards and prepaid credit cards for teens, distinguishing how young people learn the importance of handling their money only by hands on experience.

Articles By Michael Griffin

Stolen Credit Cards: Prepaid Cards offer Solutions
Finance:Credit - 64 views
Discovering that your credit card has been stolen instantly sets off a feeling of panic.

Top five reasons prepaid beats credit every time
Finance:Credit - 58 views
There are a lot of options for paying these days. There are the old stand-bys such as coins, dollar bills, and checks, but most people have evolved into carrying little plastic cards.

The Rise of the Prepaid Debit Card Industry
Finance - 30 views
As technology continues to advance, so have peoples’ preferences. With more choices in the financial sector comes fierce competition, but it may be safe to say that prepaid debit card companies are holding their own against banks and credit card companies.

Credit Cards Users’ Spending Habits are quickly changing in this economy
Finance:Credit - 50 views
With the economy still in a deep recession, consumers are changing their buying habits. Not only are people spending less, they are evaluating their purchases a little more thoroughly and only buying necessities.

Exercise Financial Responsibility with Prepaid Cards: The Top 3 Reasons they may work for You
Finance - 26 views
With the economy still in the midst of a recession, financial responsibility has become apparent and a necessity for us all.

How to Avoid Overspending during Christmas: Prepaid Cards & Budgeting
Finance - 35 views
With Christmas around the corner and the economy still in a recession, a lot of us are worried about our tight pockets.

Technology Evolves to help you Manage Money: Online Banking, Cell Phones, & Prepaid Cards
Finance - 28 views
Visiting the bank is nearly outdated for simple needs like making deposits, transfers and withdrawals.

Gifting with a Prepaid Card this Holiday Season
Finance - 32 views
The holidays can be stressful for several reasons: extra traffic, decorating, present wrapping, and relatives being in town are just a few. Many feel that picking out presents for people is also a stressful activity, especially for the picky family member, the co-worker, or an acquaintance.

How to Reduce Your Online Shopping Risks: Prepaid Debit Cards & Other Tips
Finance - 74 views
In this day and age, technology advancements continue to drive many aspects of our culture. At the forefront of these advancements is the internet, and with that, the appeal of online shopping.

Studying Abroad: Prepaid Visa Cards & Other Tips
Travel - 73 views
Nowadays, it’s becoming much more common for universities and schools to offer study abroad programs. These courses are a great way for students to become immersed in another culture and their language and history.