Anita Hamilton
Editor-in-Chief, Free — money, savings, investing & financial goals
anita.hamilton@vice.comAnita is Editor-in-Chief of FREE, Vice's personal finance channel. Previously, she was the money editor at Mic. She has also worked as a digital news editor at Time and Money and has written for Businessweek, Fast Company, Nation Swell and Time Out New York. A native Californian and lover of the outdoors, she is an avid biker and connoisseur of free snacks.
How a Student Paid off $70k of Lifestyle Debt | Created With GEICO
There are easy ways to save that don't necessitate utter austerity.
The Cheapskate's Guide to Maxing Out Credit Card Rewards
Credit card companies are quietly lowering signup bonuses and eliminating perks. Here’s everything you need to know about the changes so you can keep the freebies coming without spending a fortune.
I Was a Forever Intern and Here’s What I Learned
Internship culture is out of control. I've done 11 of them—and learned some things along the way that could have saved me the occasional breakdown.
Tackling Your Taxes Early Isn't Just a Good Idea—It Saves Money Too
So taxes aren’t your idea of fun. That’s still no reason to put off filing—which will save you money and minimize tax-time terror.
Never Get Charged for a “Free” Trial Again
It’s easy to forget to cancel a free trial and wind up paying for a subscription service you don't really want. Here are five ways to make sure that never, ever happens to you again.
I Learned the Hard Way That Doing Taxes Is Totally Different As a Freelancer
Pretending like taxes don’t exist will only make things more complicated when tax season rolls around. Trust me, I know.
I Self-Published My Memoir and I Have No Regrets
Self-publishing my book didn't just make me money. It was also a great way to build my platform as a writer.
Most Free Office Food Is Full of "Empty Calories"
Sure, it tastes delicious. But pizza, bagels, and donuts are not the cornerstones of a nutritious diet, and that's mostly what you get at work—especially when the grub is free—according to a new study.
Seven Places on Earth Where You Can Travel for $25 a Day or Less
When you know where to go and how to cut costs, international travel can be cheap. Here are some affordable options to inspire you to dig out your passport and start planning your next trip.
The Secret to Getting More Done When You Are Your Own Boss
Staying focused and productive when there’s no one around to hold you accountable can mean the difference between success and failure.
How to Achieve Your Financial Goals—Even When Your Motivation Runs Low
Smash your money goals without giving up your lattes by spending intentionally, finding smart ways to save, and boosting your income.
How Banks and Lenders Are Helping Workers Affected by the Government Shutdown
Many federal workers aren't getting paid. Here’s how some banks, credit unions, and other financial institutions are helping them out.