Personal Finance
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Jamie Cattanach, CFEI® , has been writing in the personal finance space since 2015. Her words have appeared at CNBC, The Motley Fool, Insider, Yahoo, HuffPost and many other outlets, and she's written for a variety of fintech companies including Chime, SoFi, LendingTree and Capitalize. She's passionate about making scary-seeming personal finance topics-saving for retirement, buying insurance or improving your credit score, and the like-friendlier and more accessible, and helping readers use money as a tool to live a rich life.
Articles by Jamie Cattanach
What Is An Unsecured Loan?
What is an unsecured loan? Loans that don’t require collateral can be used for almost any financial goal. Here’s what to know—and how to use them wisely.
Homeowners Insurance: What Is It, How It Works
Homeowners insurance doesn’t have to be confusing. It’s all about knowing what’s covered and even more importantly, what’s usually not. Learn more.
Can Debt Consolidation Damage My Credit?
Debt consolidation can simplify your debt payoff efforts and save you interest. But can it hurt your credit score? Learn more.
Best States to Retire to in 2024
The best state to retire in depends on your personal needs, but choosing states with low living costs and a high senior population can make things easier.
What is FAFSA? A Complete Guide to Federal Student Loans
The FAFSA is the application you submit for federal student aid and it has recently changed. Here’s how to get yours filed on time.
The Best Pet Insurance in New York State in November 2024
All pet owners want to keep their charges healthy. Here are Time’s best pet insurance picks in New York State.
How to Save for a Wedding: 6 Expert Strategies
Figuring out how to save for a wedding can be almost as difficult as deciding who to marry—unless you’ve read these six tips.
Best Cash Back Apps 2024
Cash-back apps can help put money back in your pocket—simply by rewarding you for what you’re already buying. Here are the ones that yield the most.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Your Complete Guide
The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program has helped more than half a million borrowers let go of billions of dollars of student loan debt. Find out if you qualify.
401(k) Loans vs. Personal Loans: What to Know Before You Borrow
What’s the difference between a 401(k) loan and a personal loan? Both have risks and benefits. Here’s how to tell which will work best for you.
Pay Off Debt With These 7 Expert Tips
Wondering how to pay off debt and keep it that way? Here are seven steps to help you live a debt-free life.
Retirement Calculator: How Much Do You Need?
Not sure how much money you need to retire comfortably? Our retirement calculator makes it easy to figure out.
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