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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Can You Use a Credit Card on Venmo?
Here’s what you need to know before making payments with your credit card over Venmo.
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Find The Best 30-Year Mortgage Rates
30-year mortgage rates — check out the best here.
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Top Earning 3-Year CDs July 2023
Here are the top-yielding 3-year CDs — with some accounts paying up to 4.85%.
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1-Year CD Rates July 2023
Savings Many 1-year CD accounts are already offering rates of 5% or more. We look at the options on the market.
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Best 5-Year CD Rates for July 2023
Here are the best 5-year CD rates as the Fed continues its campaign to raise interest rates to try to combat inflation.
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Best No-Fee High-Yield Savings Rates July 2023
Consider opening a no-fee high-yield savings account if you want a competitive rate for your cash with no strings attached.
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Top Money Market Accounts July 2023
Money market accounts are interest-bearing accounts at a bank or credit union, typically paying high interest rates. Here are the best right now.
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How to Find the Best Jumbo CD Rates
Check out some of the top jumbo CD rates available today.
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Best No-Penalty CD Rates July 2023
A no-penalty CD is a type of certificate of deposit that allows individuals to withdraw funds early without a fee. Right now, some of the best are offering rates of over 4%.
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Will Savings Rates Go Up in 2023?
National savings rates have been rising steadily since March 2022, but that could soon change. Should you switch now?
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CD Rates Are Rising, Shop Around to Get the Best Returns
High-interest CD rates are back — shop around for the best 5%+ deals.
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Key Things To Know About Travel Medical Insurance
Travel medical insurance can help you pay for emergency medical expenses that arise when you’re on a trip, so you won't have to pay medical costs up-front.
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Supreme Court Strikes Down Biden Student Loan Debt Relief Plan As Pause Nears End
The federal student loan payment pause is coming to an end - and the Supreme Court struck down President Joe Biden's debt relief plan.
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Which of These Savings Accounts Should You Be Using?
Money market accounts and CDs have a few key differences. Here's how they differ and when you should should one over the other.
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Which People Tip The Least?
A new study found that while most Americans have a negative view of tipping, some are tipping worse than others.
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Boomers Delaying Retirement Over Recession Concerns
About 70% of baby boomers are worried about a potential recession, with 22% planning on delaying their retirement.
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Top 10 Most Trusted Brands for Banking, Investments and Payments
See which companies scored a spot in the top ten most trusted brands for banking, investments and payments.
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How To Financially Support LGBTQ+ Causes This Pride Month — And All Year Long
Here's how to support LGBTQ+ causes this Pride month — and all year long.
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What the Fed's Latest Move Means for Your Savings
After 10 consecutive rate increases, the Fed has decided to hold interest rates steady. Here's what it means for savings rates.
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What to Know About TSA PreCheck Before a Busy Travel Season
Consider signing up for TSA PreCheck to avoid long lines at the airport this summer and during the busiest travel seasons.
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More Six-Figure Earners are Living Paycheck to Paycheck, While Low-Income Earners Adapt: Study
In April, 49% of individuals making over $100,000 per year were living paycheck to paycheck.
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Earn $250 Just By Saving For Retirement
The first 401(k) cash-back program, by Human Interest, pays you to save.
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Inflation Causes Drivers to Switch Car Insurance Carriers
In a recent survey, 57% of drivers claimed their car insurance rate went up in the last 12 months, causing them to switch insurance carriers.
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Where Inflation is Rising the Most
These are the top 10 metro areas where inflation is increasing the most.
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