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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Top Money Market Accounts
Money market accounts are interest-bearing accounts at a bank or credit union, typically paying high interest rates. Here are the best ones.
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Save Up To $40 On A Costco Membership With This Deal
New members can save $20 to $40 on a one-year Costco membership with this deal from Stack Social.
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Best 6% Interest Savings Accounts
Want 6% interest on your savings? You could earn an APY of 6% or higher with these accounts, but you'll want to lock in rates soon.
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Find Your Monthly Payment With This Mortgage Calculator
With our mortgage calculator, you can easily determine your monthly mortgage payment.
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Try the 6 to 1 Grocery Shopping Method to Save Time and Money
The 6 to 1 Grocery Method can help you save money, reduce waste and eat healthier.
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Best 5-Year CD Rates
Here are some of the best 5-year CD rates on the market today.
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Best High-Yield Savings Accounts
These are the top earning high-yield savings accounts available today.
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Retire in 2024: Costa Rica Named Top Retirement Destination
Best Countries to Retire 2024: Costa Rica Tops the List
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Best 3-Year CDs
Here are the best 3-year CDs — with some accounts paying up to 5.00%
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How to Get Reimbursed if The Tech Outage Canceled or Delayed Your Flight
Did the global Microsoft outage disrupt your travel plans? Here's how to get reimbursed if your flight was canceled or delayed.
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The Secret Credit Card for Amazon Shopping
This "secret" credit card for Amazon Prime shopping can maximize your cash back rewards. Plus get a $300 bonus.
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Credit Cards With No Foreign Transaction Fee
Save cash by avoiding foreign transaction fees on your upcoming travels. Here are choice credit cards (one with a $1K bonus offer) with no foreign transaction fee.
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Shop These 10 Amazon Deals Before Prime Day Comes to a Close
Here’s a list of 10 Amazon deals for you to check out before Prime Day comes to a close.
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Best Amazon Prime Day Deals
We scoured Amazon and found 50 of the best Amazon Prime Day deals for you to shop.
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Amazon Prime Day Digital Entertainment Deals
Save with these Amazon deals on digital streaming and entertainment.
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Amazon Prime Day Savings: The 20 Best Items to Splurge On
Score exclusive Amazon Prime Day savings on those big-ticket items you've been dreaming of.
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Savings Calculator: If You Saved $1K Five Years Ago, Here's What You'd Have Now
Tools Whether you’ve just opened a CD or a high-yield savings account, this simple calculator can show you how much cash you’ll have after a specified period of time.
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How Do Credit Cards Work? Interest and Fees Explained
Knowing how credit cards work is a critical first step to avoiding debt traps or surprise fees — and unlocking valuable perks.
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Best No-Fee High-Yield Savings Rates
Consider opening a no-fee high-yield savings account if you want a competitive yield on your cash but want to avoid any pesky fees.
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20 Secrets to Shopping at Costco
Smart Buying Here's how to get the most out of your Costco membership.
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Costco vs. Sam's Club: Which Warehouse Club Is Best for Your Wallet?
Smart Buying When comparing Costco vs. Sam's Club, which comes out ahead? We checked how they stack up in several areas. Here's what we found.
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If You Put $500 in a CD for 5 Years, Here's How Much Money You'd Have
savings CDs can be a great way to beef up your savings. Here's how much money you'd have if you put $500 in a CD for 5 Years.
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Rent a Luxury Pool This Summer With Swimply — the Airbnb of Pools
With Swimply, you can live it up at a luxury pool while escaping the heat and going for a swim.
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The New 60/30/10 Budgeting Method Could Replace the Traditional 50/30/20 Rule
In today’s inflated economy, the 60/30/10 budgeting method could be a better option for your financial situation.
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