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 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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Oil Prices Rise Sharply Following OPEC Announcement
OPEC announced a cut in output, causing changes in oil prices.
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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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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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The Most Popular Car Insurance Companies 2023
These are the most popular car insurance companies on the market.
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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 5 Safest Cities in the U.S. 2023
Places to live These are the top five safest cities in the U.S., compared to 200 of the largest U.S. cities.
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The U.S. Gender Pay Gap Has Barely Budged in the Last 20 Years
The gender pay gap measures the difference in median hourly earnings between men and women who work full or part-time in the U.S, and over the last 20 years, it hasn’t changed much.
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How to Open a Savings Account Online
You may be wondering how to open a savings account online. The process is usually simple and straightforward — with just a few steps you’ll be able to start saving your hard-earned cash.
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U.S. Household Debt Hit a Record $16.90 Trillion in 2022
Household debt hit a record $16.90 trillion at the end of 2022, jumping $394 billion in the fourth quarter of the year alone.
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529 Plans Get a Boost With Tax-Free Rollovers to Roth IRAs
You’ll soon be able to roll over funds from your 529 plan into a Roth IRA, thanks to recent legislation.
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Your Monthly Student Loan Payments Could Be Slashed in Half
The Department of Education proposes a new student loan repayment plan. The new income-driven plan aims to help borrowers pay off their student loans.
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Why Your Tax Refund Might Be Lower This Year
According to the IRS, “taxpayers may find their refunds somewhat lower this year," due to the expiration of several major tax breaks that were available to filers during the pandemic.
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Filing Taxes Early or Later — Which Is Best?
When filing taxes, some people like to file early and others like to file later. Many experts think it's best to file early, but whichever side you're on, here's what you need to know.
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Study finds Gen Z doing an “extraordinary” job saving for retirement
A recent study shows that, despite being the youngest working generation, Gen Z is doing a remarkable job saving for retirement.
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What is Borrower Defense Loan Discharge for Federal Student Loans?
Borrower defense to repayment is available for borrowers who have been misled by a college or university.
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Your Credit Card Late Fees Could be Slashed, Thanks to CFPB Proposals
Federal bureau CFPB moves to rein in credit card late fees, which could save customers as much as $9 billion a year.
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IRS Says Direct Deposit Is the Best Way to Receive Your Tax Refund
IRS says the best way to receive your tax refund is by direct deposit. Here's how to do it.
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Amazon Fresh Raises Its Free Shipping Minimum Spend
Amazon Fresh raises its free shipping minimum spend.
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Credit card delinquency expected to increase in 2023
Credit card and personal loan delinquency rates are expected to increase this year.
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More states roll out pay transparency laws
Earlier this month, pay transparency laws went into effect in Washington and California, requiring employers to list pay ranges on job listings.
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Amazon launches RxPass — its new subscription service for medication
Amazon's new program, RxPass, lets Prime members ship prescription medications to their homes for just $5 a month.
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Should You Leave Your Heat On All Day or Turn It Off? Which is Cheaper?
Should you turn your heat off during the day or leave it on low? Here's what to know.
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