Paige Cerulli
Paige Cerulli is a freelance journalist and content writer with more than 15 years of experience. She specializes in personal finance, health, and commerce content. Paige majored in English and music performance at Westfield State University and has received numerous awards for her creative nonfiction. Her work has appeared in The U.S. News & World Report, USA Today, GOBankingRates, Top Ten Reviews, TIME Stamped Shopping and more. In her spare time, Paige enjoys horseback riding, photography and playing the flute. Connect with her on LinkedIn.
Latest articles by Paige Cerulli
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55 or Older? A Veteran? First responder? These T-Mobile Discounts Could Lower Your Cell Phone BillT-Mobile offers discounted plans for customers 55 and older, military members, veterans and first responders. See who qualifies and how much you could save.
By Paige Cerulli
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What Is Surfshark? A Look at Its Tools for Staying Safer OnlineSurfshark offers more than a VPN. Learn how its antivirus, data breach alerts, Alternative ID and other tools can help protect your information online.
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7 Ways to Protect Yourself From Online ScamsSponsored
Online scams target your money and personal information. These seven simple steps can help you spot scams, protect your accounts and stay safer online.
By Paige Cerulli
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Is That Bank Text a Scam? How to Spot a Smishing AttackSponsored
Smishing scams are on the rise. Here's how to identify fraudulent text messages and protect your financial and personal information.
By Paige Cerulli
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That Unexpected Package on Your Porch Could Be a ScamSponsored
An unexpected delivery may seem harmless, but it could signal that your personal information has been exposed. Here’s what to do next.
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How Much Money Should You Put in a CD?CDs offer guaranteed returns, but locking up too much cash can leave you short when you need it. Here's how to find the right amount.
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3 Ways to Budget Your Money — Which Method Is Right for You?There’s more than one way to manage your money. These three budgeting methods offer different levels of structure depending on your spending habits and financial goals.
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3 Ways to Save at Verizon: Bring Your Phone, Buy New or UpgradeVerizon offers different ways to save depending on whether you keep your phone, buy a new one or upgrade. Here's how the deals compare.
By Paige Cerulli
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Visible vs. Verizon: Could switching save you money? 3 things to considerVisible could lower your monthly phone bill while keeping you on Verizon's network. Compare prices, data, coverage, perks and more.
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Where to Put Inherited MoneyReceiving an inheritance can change your financial picture overnight. Before you spend or invest it, here's how to decide where the money should go.
By Paige Cerulli
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5 Hard Things You Need to Do to Get RichGetting rich often requires discipline, patience and some uncomfortable choices. Here are five hard things that can help you build wealth.
By Paige Cerulli
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How to Prepare for Long-Term Care Costs Before They Hurt Your KidsLong-term care costs can reduce the inheritance you leave your children. Learn how to prepare for care while protecting your retirement and estate plans.
By Paige Cerulli
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3 Things Dave Ramsey Says to Stop Buying — and 2 That Are Worth ItDebt-free living starts with smart choices. Here's what Dave Ramsey says to avoid and where your money is well spent.
By Paige Cerulli
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Is Loyalty Costing You? Why Staying With the Same Car Insurer Could Raise Your RatesSticking with the same car insurance company for years may feel like the smart move, but shopping around could uncover a better rate.
By Paige Cerulli
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Traveling Abroad? 7 Money Mistakes That Could Cost YouHow you pay for purchases and withdraw cash overseas matters. Avoid these common fees and currency conversion mistakes on your next international trip.
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10 Member’s Mark Products Sam’s Club Shoppers Swear ByBefore your next Sam’s Club run, see which Member’s Mark products shoppers say deserve a spot in your cart.
By Paige Cerulli
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5 High-Yield Savings Account Mistakes That Could Be Costing You InterestA high-yield savings account can help your money earn more, but these five common mistakes could be holding your savings back.
By Paige Cerulli
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Verizon Has Two Big Samsung Galaxy Deals Right Now. Which Phone Is Right for You?The Galaxy S26 Ultra and Galaxy Z Fold8 are both discounted at Verizon, but the best deal depends on how you use your phone and how much you want to spend.
By Paige Cerulli
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Why Being Single Could Cost You More on California Car InsuranceThe decision keeps marital status as a legal pricing factor in California, raising questions about how insurers set rates nationwide.
By Paige Cerulli
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Should You Risk Your Home to Pay Off Credit Card Debt?A HELOC or home equity loan could help you escape high credit card interest rates, but turning unsecured debt into debt backed by your home can be risky.
By Paige Cerulli
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What to Do if Someone Hits Your Parked CarIf someone hits your parked car and leaves the scene, here's what to do, what insurance may cover and when filing a claim makes financial sense.
By Paige Cerulli
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Google Is Making Android Backups Count Against Your Free StorageAndroid backups will soon count toward your Google storage limit. Here's what the change means and how to avoid paying for extra space if you don't need it.
By Paige Cerulli
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The FIRE Movement Has Changed. Here's What Financial Independence Looks Like TodayRising housing costs, inflation and changing priorities have reshaped the path to financial independence. Here's how today's FIRE strategies differ from the original movement.
By Paige Cerulli
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Why So Many Gen Xers Feel Financially Stuck — and What You Can Do About ItMany Gen Xers worry they're behind on retirement savings. Learn why and discover practical ways to strengthen your financial future.
By Paige Cerulli
