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By: Jon McDonald • 9/27/22
With more than 15 years of journalism expertise, Jon McDonald stays up to date on emerging finance trends and news about the companies impacting the industry. He is most knowledgeable in the areas of budgeting, loans, and responsible credit use and is committed to bringing that experience to readers around the world. He has a passion for both writing and editing, and his articles have appeared in publications produced by The New York Times.
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In a Nutshell: Opportunities for romance and relationship-building abound online. But people searching for... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 9/27/22
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In a Nutshell: Transportation options, including rideshares and taxis, abound in many cities. But when users want... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 9/26/22
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In a Nutshell: Homeowners know that smart remodeling projects can add value to their home. But some projects... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 9/23/22
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In a Nutshell: In the college town of Madison, Wisconsin, UW Credit Union builds on its legacy of community... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 9/22/22
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In a Nutshell: Many people living paycheck to paycheck in the United States turn to payday loans or overdraft their... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 9/21/22
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In a Nutshell: The city of Los Angeles is packed with opportunities for family-friendly fun — it’s just a matter of... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 9/19/22
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In a Nutshell: Consumers with low credit scores often struggle to receive favorable loans from lenders. Through... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 9/14/22
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In a Nutshell: State housing finance agencies (HFAs) provide a collective $45 billion in financing to assist more... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 9/7/22
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In a Nutshell: The average American household has about $125 in unused gift cards, which amounts to approximately... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 8/25/22
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In a Nutshell: The Brigit mobile app offers affordable cash advances, credit builder loans, and financial literacy... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 8/8/22
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In a Nutshell: Prosper launched in 2005 as the first peer-to-peer lending platform in the US. Since then, it has... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 7/27/22
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In a Nutshell: Smartphones, wearables, and other tech devices are of such high quality these days that new products... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 7/26/22
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In a Nutshell: As the rising cost of higher education continues to outstrip the rate of inflation, financial aid... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 7/25/22
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In a Nutshell: Even in 2022, women have yet to achieve equity in the workplace. Many women continue to look for... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 7/22/22
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In a Nutshell: Blue Federal Credit Union serves more than 112,000 members primarily in Wyoming and Colorado and... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 7/11/22
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In a Nutshell: Many small businesses fail because they can’t access credit and financial services to achieve... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 7/7/22
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In a Nutshell: Regulations provide a legal framework for digital privacy, but individuals must proactively protect... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 6/21/22
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In a Nutshell: Sometimes the unpredictable scheduling involved in selling a home doesn’t match what homeowners and... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 6/16/22
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In a Nutshell: More budget-minded consumers are holding on to their cars as inflation takes a bigger bite out of... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 6/8/22
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In a Nutshell: Virginia’s robust network of free and charitable clinics extends health care to individuals who... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 5/18/22
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In a Nutshell: Small businesses and nonprofits that positively impact their communities may lack access to the... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 5/11/22
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In a Nutshell: Consumers understand that community banks and credit unions offer more personalized service, but... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 5/2/22
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In a Nutshell: Shopping online for insurance can present challenges for consumers. Rates for the same basic... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 4/11/22
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In a Nutshell: Insurance is a critical financial tool with which to protect a home investment, especially for... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 5/2/22
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In a Nutshell: Sometimes, a small setback can spiral into a financial crisis for individuals and families living... read more »
By: Jon McDonald • 3/23/22