Andrew Allen

Staff Writer
Andrew Allen

About the Author

For nearly 20 years, Andrew has worked for financial institutions ranging from regionally focused investment organizations to some of the largest banks in the world. At Wells Fargo, Andrew was a Consultant within the Insight and Innovation division. A graduate of the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business, Andrew’s career quest has been promoting personal financial health and well-being. As a Staff Writer for BadCredit.org, Andrew seeks to educate and inform readers of solutions to help them on their path to financial freedom.

Latest Posts

Worked On 176 Articles To Date

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78% of Americans Expect a Financial Crisis Within 3 Years

78% of Americans Expect a Financial Crisis Within 3 Years

Fall is a crucial time for many people in the U.S. who are looking to make changes to their health insurance coverage for the coming year. The... read more »

By: Andrew Allen • 10/29/26

Study

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1 in 3 Would Take a Pay Cut for a Four-Day Workweek

1 in 3 Would Take a Pay Cut for a Four-Day Workweek

As people enter adulthood, many leave behind the passions and hobbies they pursued in their youth. Faced with mounting bills and an overall... read more »

By: Andrew Allen • 10/15/26

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The Midsize U.S. Cities Facing the Greatest Financial Threat From Natural Disasters

The Midsize U.S. Cities Facing the Greatest Financial Threat From Natural Disasters

A natural disaster can come and go quickly, giving way to calmer winds and clearer skies in its wake. But the financial damage that a natural... read more »

By: Andrew Allen • 9/29/26

Blog

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2027 Social Security COLA Could Add Nearly $68 a Month

2027 Social Security COLA Could Add Nearly $68 a Month

Social Security recipients could see their monthly benefits rise by nearly $68 next year, but that increase may not stretch as far as it sounds.... read more »

By: Andrew Allen • 9/23/26

Blog

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Chime’s $590M Stride Deal Raises a $10 Billion Question

Chime’s $590M Stride Deal Raises a $10 Billion Question

Chime is taking a major step toward becoming a bank holding company with a $590 million deal to acquire Central Service Corporation, the parent... read more »

By: Andrew Allen • 9/17/26

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56% of Online-Influenced Home Shoppers Faced Debt or Financial Setbacks

56% of Online-Influenced Home Shoppers Faced Debt or Financial Setbacks

Keeping up with the Joneses used to entail making sure one’s home and yard looked more or less in line with those of their neighbors. But that... read more »

By: Andrew Allen • 9/9/26

Blog

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Florida Utility Offers Eligible Customers a $200 Bill Credit

Florida Utility Offers Eligible Customers a $200 Bill Credit

A little homework could put a $200 credit on the electric bills of some Florida Power & Light customers. The utility’s new Saving Steps program... read more »

By: Andrew Allen • 9/8/26

Blog

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Americans Under 30 Lost Nearly $500M to Scams in 2025

Americans Under 30 Lost Nearly $500M to Scams in 2025

Americans age 29 and younger reported losing nearly $500 million to scams in 2025, up 20% from 2021, according to Federal Trade Commission data... read more »

By: Andrew Allen • 9/2/26

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