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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What You Should Leave Out of Your Will, According to Experts
Are 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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With Mortgage Rates Falling, Here's How Much You Could Save
As mortgage rates fall, you could potentially save thousands over the life of your loan.
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Traveling During Hurricane Season? Four Ways to Protect Yourself Financially
If you're traveling during hurricane season, which peaks between August and late October, take the following steps to protect your trip.
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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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Mortgage Rates Are Falling: 10 Housing Markets That Could Benefit the Most
These are the top 10 metro areas where the most mortgages are unlocked by lower rates. Plus, the magic number for mortgage rates.
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Three Best CDs Still Available, Even After a Drop in Rates
Even though CD rates fell after the Fed's latest meeting, several accounts still offer impressive rates.
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Are You Part of the Shrinking Middle Class?
The share of Americans in the middle class has been dwindling for decades. Here's how to tell if you're part of the shrinking middle class.
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Disney Plus with Ads 75% Off — Only $1.99/Month for 3 Months
If you’ve been looking to try Disney Plus, now's a great time. But you'll need to act fast, the offer ends September 27.
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What Is a High-Yield Savings Account?
A high-yield savings account is essentially the same as a traditional account with one key difference — it pays a higher-than-average APY on deposits.
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Why Treasury Bills Are a Good Bet
Treasury bills, or T-bills, are short-term debt obligations backed by the U.S. Treasury Department, and even with rising rates for savings accounts, they're a good idea.
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20 Kirkland Products Retirees Should Buy at Costco
Making Your Money Last Stretch your budget in retirement by shopping wisely for Costco's affordable Kirkland Signature store-branded products.
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Why It's Worth Getting a High-Yield Savings Account Before the Fed Meeting
If you don’t already have a high-yield savings account (HYSA), it’s worth considering before September's Fed meeting.
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Social Security Expands Access To SSI Benefits
Social Security just expanded access to Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits and reduced the administrative burden for low-income households.
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Recently, 529s hit a new milestone — over half a trillion dollars is being saved in 529 plans across the country.
Recently, 529s hit a new milestone with over half a trillion dollars being saved in plans across the country. Why are 529 plans so popular?
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The 50-30-20 Budget Rule is a Simple Way to Save Money
Saving Using the 50-30-20 budget rule is an easy way to save. It helps you prioritize saving while paying off debt.
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Apple's Launch Event 2024: Next-Generation Apple Watches and New AirPods 4
Apple’s September 9th big event is sure to surprise and amaze with the new iPhone 16, along with next-generation Apple Watch models and new AirPods 4.
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Use this Super 529 Strategy to Jumpstart College Savings
This 529 strategy — superfunding a 529 — can help you maximize savings for a child or grandchild's education expenses.
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Social Security Administration Announces New Streamlined SSI Application
The new SSI application is intended to make the application process less burdensome and challenging.
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Is It Worth It to Upgrade to the New iPhone 16? Well, Yes.
Apple's iPhone 16 lineup brings significant changes across every model with dazzling new features and upgrades. Plus, Apple Intelligence will get a boost with the A18 Pro processor.
By Kathryn Pomroy Published
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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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You’ll Pay More to Cool Your Home in These States
These states are paying the largest change in average cooling costs this summer.
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Car Insurance Rates Are the Cheapest in These States
Car insurance rates are on the rise and there's a regional difference. Does your state have the cheapest or most expensive premiums?
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What to Expect When Applying for a Mortgage Loan
real 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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Harris Said She'd Ban Corporate Price Gouging. What Does That Mean?
Kamala Harris said she would support a federal ban on corporate price gouging on food and groceries as president. What does that mean?
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