Melinda Sineriz

Toledo

Senior Editor at Finance Buzz

Writer. Fat. Queer. She/Her.

Articles

The Best City In Each State for Tech Jobs [2025]

2 weeks ago | financebuzz.com | Josh Koebert |Melinda Sineriz

Jobs in the tech industry have been hot commodities for years, and there's no sign of that stopping anytime soon. New technology and industry innovations need space to exist, and many have found homes beyond the bounds of Silicon Valley. As a result, tech workers have more options than ever before when it comes to where they want to live and work, with tech hubs popping up in states all around the country.
Insurify Review [2025]: An Easy-to-Use Insurance Marketplace

2 weeks ago | financebuzz.com | Steve Miller |Melinda Sineriz

Shopping for insurance can be annoying. It's always smart to comparison shop for the best deal, but doing so directly with a handful of insurers can take a while and will almost certainly result in a flood of spammy emails, calls, and follow-ups via physical mail. That's where insurance comparison marketplaces like Insurify come in. Insurify provides what we found to be a relatively seamless quote-generation experience.
Chief Peeps Officer: Get Paid to Eat Peeps

4 weeks ago | financebuzz.com | Chris Lewis |Melinda Sineriz

Love 'em or hate 'em, Peeps are perhaps the most iconic Easter food on shelves every April. With their return to supermarkets this spring, our team wanted to combine America's love (or hate) for the marshmallow treat with an opportunity for one of our readers to make extra money by contributing to an upcoming FinanceBuzz article. We're hiring a Chief Peeps Officer to taste and rate all the Peeps flavors they can find.
Why Did My Car Insurance Go Up Without an Accident?

1 month ago | financebuzz.com | Kat Tretina |Melinda Sineriz

The cost of car insurance can be shocking. If you recently renewed your coverage, you may be surprised by how much your premiums increased, particularly if you have a clear driving record. Why did your car insurance go up without an accident? It's a common question, but your driving record is only one factor affecting your rates. Premiums can increase for several reasons and, as a whole, rates are up everywhere.
How Does Subleasing Work? How To Sublet and Not Get Burned

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Melinda Sineriz

Renters across the U.S. have watched as rents have skyrocketed in recent years. Thankfully, according to the most recent rental report from Realtor.com®, prices have started to cool. However, there’s an entirely different issue looming. Just like with the housing market, the rental market is having inventory issues. As rental rates decline, building multifamily housing has become less appealing to investors over the past few years.
How to Get Car Insurance for the First Time

1 month ago | financebuzz.com | Christy Rakoczy |Melinda Sineriz

Getting car insurance for the first time can seem complicated. There are a lot of options when it comes to companies and coverage, and new drivers, especially new teen drivers, can be expensive to add to a policy. It doesn't have to be complicated, though. To get car insurance for the first time, you'll need to decide what coverage you want, find an insurance company, get quotes, and apply for coverage.
9 Money Moves to Make BEFORE You Ask For a Divorce

1 month ago | financebuzz.com | Sarah Sheehan |Melinda Sineriz

If you're contemplating divorce, you're likely already feeling a mix of emotions, from shock to grief. But deciding to end your marriage doesn't mean you've failed. Often, the best decision you can make is also the hardest one. And it's important to prepare ahead of time to protect yourself financially. Here are 9 moves you should make beforehand so you're faced with less financial stress later.
Make Your Money Work for You: Use These Tools to Get Ahead

1 month ago | financebuzz.com | Kate Daugherty |Kate relied |Melinda Sineriz

Understanding how to manage your money effectively is crucial to ensuring your financial health. Whether you're trying to get out of debt, buy a house, or ensure you have enough money for retirement, making your money work for you is vital. One of the hardest things about putting your money to work is that there's no one-size-fits-all solution. Although your financial picture will look different from everyone else's, a few guidelines can help.
10 Legal Ways to Significantly Boost Your Social Security Benefits

1 month ago | financebuzz.com | Melissa Brock |MSN Money |Melinda Sineriz

According to the Social Security Administration, as of January 2025, over 73 million people receive Social Security benefits. When millions of retirees depend on Social Security benefits each month, are you now, or will you be one of them? Here are 10 ways to boost your retirement income by increasing your Social Security benefits.
Fast-Casual Inflation: How Menu Prices Have Risen in the Past Five Years [Data Study]

1 month ago | financebuzz.com | Josh Koebert |Melinda Sineriz

Eating out has gotten expensive. Whether you're grabbing breakfast on the go, trying to get your kids a quick meal, or craving a favorite drive-thru item, menu prices at fast-food restaurants have rocketed up in recent years, frequently rising at rates faster than inflation. These price hikes aren't limited to drive-thru dining, however, as cost increases have also hit menus at casual-dining restaurants across the country.