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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Should You Get a Long-Term or Short-Term CD Before the Fed Meeting?Is a long-term or short-term CD better to open before the Fed meeting this week? Here's what you need to know.
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How To Get the Best Savings Account BonusesA savings account bonus gives your savings a head start while taking advantage of high interest rates before they disappear. Here's what you need to know.
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How Much Does It Really Cost to Be a Grandparent?Nearly every grandparent helps their grandkids financially — to the tune of $3,917 annually.
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How This 529 'Superfund' Strategy Can Transform Your Estate PlanThis 529 strategy — superfunding a 529 — can help you maximize savings for a child or grandchild's education expenses.
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Are Treasury Bills a Good Investment?Treasury bills, or T-bills, are backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government. Treasury bills top the list of the safest places to save your cash.
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Use the 529 Grandparent Loophole To Maximize College SavingsUse the 529 grandparent loophole to fund a grandchild’s education without impacting their financial aid eligibility.
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Do You Need Travel Health Insurance?Find out when travel health insurance is necessary, what it covers, how much it costs and more.
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Earn a Fortune With These In-Demand Old Home ItemsHere are ten old things in your home that could be worth a fortune.
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What You Should Leave Out of Your Will, According to ExpertsAre you unclear about what you should leave out of your will when estate planning? Legal experts share the 10 items to exclude.
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Retire at Sea: Why a Luxury Cruise Ship Could Be Your Dream HomeReady to retire on a luxury cruise ship? Turn your golden years into an epic journey by calling a cruise ship home and exploring the world by sea.
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529 Funds and a Roth IRA: How to Use One to Jumpstart the OtherWant to boost your retirement savings? You can roll over unused funds from your 529 plan into a Roth IRA, tax-free, as long as certain conditions are met.
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What Is the 80% Rule in Home Insurance?Make sure your home isn't underinsured by following the 80% rule in home insurance. Here's what you need to know.
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The Most Popular Car Insurance CompaniesThese are the most popular car insurance companies on the market.
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What to Expect When Applying for a Mortgage Loanreal estate Before you can apply for a mortgage loan and buy your dream home, there's a good bit of preparation to be done.
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The New 60/30/10 Budgeting Method Could Replace the Traditional 50/30/20 RuleIn today’s inflated economy, the 60/30/10 budgeting method could be a better option for your financial situation.
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Four Christmas Flight Booking TipsFollow these Christmas flight booking tips from Phil Dengler, co-owner of the Vacationer.
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Should You Leave Your Heat On All Day or Turn It Off? Which is Cheaper?We'll show you which option helps keep you comfortable and save money on your energy bills.
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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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The Best Temperatures to Set Your Thermostat and Save MoneyThese are the optimal temperatures to set your thermostat in the summer and winter to save the most on energy bills.
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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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How Do Credit Cards Work? Interest and Fees ExplainedUnderstanding how credit cards work is a key first step to avoiding debt traps or surprise fees — and gaining access to valuable perks.
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20 Secrets to Shopping at CostcoSmart Buying Get the most out of your Costco membership by taking advantage of lesser-known perks and hidden deals.
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Amazon Prime Day: 20 Best Luxury Deals Available NowScore exclusive Amazon Prime Day savings on those big-ticket items you've been dreaming of.
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How to Open a Roth IRA in 5 Simple Stepsretirement Here's what you need to know in order to open a Roth IRA.
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