Nina Zipkin

Contributors Editor at CNBC Make It

Contributors Editor at @CNBCMakeIt. Previously @Grow_mag (@cnbc + @acorns).

Articles

I spent $41,000 renovating my rental apartment in Italy

2 weeks ago | cnbc.com | Zachary Green |Nina Zipkin

Make ItThea Duncan and her husband, Diego, renovated their three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment in Milan, Italy for $41,000. This is despite the fact that they are renters, not owners. Italy's government covered nearly half the cost through tax incentives. Their landlord also gave them eight months of free rent. Now Thea, Diego, and their son live in an affordable apartment while taking advantage of all the benefits of living in one of Italy's most exciting and fast-paced cities.
I bought all my furniture at Costco for $5,000: Take a look inside

Jun 30, 2024 | newsbreak.com | Nina Zipkin

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I bought all my furniture at Costco for $5,000: Take a look inside

Jun 30, 2024 | cnbc.com | Nina Zipkin

Claudia Chee, 32, has a love for all things Costco. She's furnishing her new apartment with items from the store. She created the Instagram account @CostcoClaudia, where she models clothing and shares her experiences. She earns about $7,000 a month as an influencer, as well as around $5,000 a month from her job as a piano teacher.