Erin Bendig
Erin pairs personal experience with research and is passionate about sharing personal finance advice with others. Previously, she was a freelancer focusing on the credit card side of finance, but has branched out since then to cover other aspects of personal finance. Erin is well-versed in traditional media with reporting, interviewing and research, as well as using graphic design and video and audio storytelling to share with her readers.
Latest articles by Erin Bendig
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How Long it Actually Takes to Pay Off Student Loans
How long does it actually take to pay off student loans? For many, it takes as long as two decades.
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Apple Launches New Savings Account: What to Know
On Monday, Apple’s new savings account was launched, and it offers an impressive rate of 4.15% for Apple Card users.
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CD vs. High Yield Savings Account: Which is better?
Which should you choose, a CD or a high yield savings account?
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Where to Find the Cheapest In-State Tuition For College
Choosing where to attend college involves many factors, one of which is cost. Here are the nine states with the cheapest average in-state tuition for public universities.
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How to Decide Between a Money Market Account Vs. High-Yield Savings Account
Since there are not many drastic differences between a money market account and a high-yield savings account, which to choose comes down to researching what’s best for you.
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9 Ways Seniors Can Save on Car Insurance
Once seniors turn 75, car insurance begins to cost more. Here's how you can save.
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How Much is Spent on Child Care
How much are you spending on child care? Not only has quality child care become less available since the pandemic, it’s also become drastically less affordable.
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Why Treasury Bills Are a Good Bet
Treasury bills, or T-bills, are short-term debt obligations backed by the U.S. Treasury Department, and even with rising rates for savings accounts, they're a good idea.
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Oil Prices Rise Sharply Following OPEC Announcement
OPEC announced a cut in output, causing changes in oil prices.
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How Harsh Weather Affects Financial Benefits of Moving to Florida
The financial benefits of moving to Florida could be overshadowed by catastrophic weather leading to insurance rate hikes.
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Millennials No Longer the Largest Generation of Homebuyers
The latest study from the National Association of Realtors finds that millennials are no longer the largest generation of homebuyers, and have been overtaken by baby boomers.
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How to Choose a Money Market Account
Here’s what to consider when you choose a money market account — an interest-bearing account that usually offers higher interest rates than traditional savings accounts.
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Car Insurance Rates Have Surged, and Where You Live Matters
Car insurance rates are on the rise and there's a regional difference. Does your state have the cheapest or most expensive premiums?
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Study Reveals the Most Trusted Banks
A recent study reveals the top 15 most trusted banks, with one bank ranking as the most trusted for the third consecutive year.
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Most Common Types of Car Insurance
The following are the most common types of car insurance, which can help you cover expenses in the case of an accident, including medical bills and repairs.
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What Is a High-Yield Savings Account?
A high-yield savings account is essentially the same as a traditional account with one key difference — they pay a higher than average APY on deposits.
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As Fed Raises Rates 0.25%, Savings Rates Set to Rise, Too
Some experts say now would be a good time to lock in a much better savings rate on your accounts.
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The Most Popular Car Insurance Companies 2023
These are the most popular car insurance companies on the market.
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Savings Calculator: Check How Much Your Money Will Grow
Tools Whether you’ve just opened a CD or a high-yield savings account, this calculator can easily show you how much cash you’ll have after a specified period of time.
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What is APY?
Savings Here's everything you need to know about APY, the important factor in how much your savings could earn in a year.
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Raising Your Credit Score Could Lower Your Mortgage Rate
Did you know that raising your credit score could get save you money on your mortgage? Our guide to how it works.
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The 50-30-20 Budget Rule is a Simple Way to Save Money
Saving Using the 50 30 20 budget rule is an easy way to save as it keeps budgeting simple while helping you prioritize saving and pay off debt.
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What is FDIC, NCUA and SIPC Insurance — What Are the Limits?
FDIC, NCUA, and SIPC insurance provides important protection for your savings and investments but what are the limits? How much of your money is covered?
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Mortgage Rates and Payments Keep Rising, Creating Market Misery
Mortgages Current mortgage rates and payments continue to rise resulting in buyer demand stalling and housing sentiment at low levels.
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