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Mallika Mitra

Writer and editor @ money.com

Mallika Mitra is a writer and editor helping people make smart decisions with their money. She was previously an editor at Money, where she oversaw a weekly newsletter focused on investing. She has covered a wide range of personal finance topics, including Gen Z and money, retirement savings, financial scams, cryptocurrency, and meme stocks. She continues to write for money.com.

How to build an emergency fund while you are buying down debt
How to Build an Emergency Fund While You’re Paying Down Debt

March 10, 2026

You don’t have to choose between saving and paying off debt — here’s how to do both, one smart step at a time.

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How Do Debt Management Plans Work
How Do Debt Management Plans Work?

March 21, 2026

Struggling with credit card debt? A debt management plan could help you simplify payments, reduce interest, and ...

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 How to Boost Your Credit After Settling Debts
How to Boost Your Credit After Settling Debts

April 1, 2026

Just settled your debt? Don’t stress—here’s how to rebuild your credit score and get back on track, one smart move at a time.

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