Lucy Lazarony

Senior Credit Writer
Lucy Lazarony

About the Author

Lucy Lazarony is a veteran financial journalist with nearly 30 years of experience covering credit, credit cards, and consumer finance. Widely recognized for her ability to demystify complex financial topics, Lucy has established herself as a trusted authority in the credit space.

She previously served for seven years as a staff writer at Bankrate.com, where she contributed in-depth reporting, trend analysis, and consumer-focused guidance on credit cards and lending products. Her work has since appeared in top-tier publications, including Investopedia, Next Avenue, the National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE), and Credit.com, reinforcing her reputation as a leading voice in personal finance journalism.

Lucy holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Florida, where she developed the investigative and reporting skills that continue to shape her career. Her excellence in storytelling has been recognized by the Florida Press Club, earning awards for Education Reporting (2016) and Arts News Reporting (2015).

Across her career, Lucy has helped millions of readers make informed financial decisions, offering clarity on credit scoring, responsible credit card use, debt management, and consumer rights. Her work remains a cornerstone resource for individuals seeking transparent, accurate, and actionable financial information.

Latest Posts

Worked On 140 Articles To Date

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Paid an ATM Fee? You May Qualify for $167.5M Settlement

$167.5M ATM Fee Settlement Claims Open: Who Qualifies

That extra charge at a non-bank ATM could make you eligible for a share of a proposed $167.5 million settlement. The case is Burke v. Visa Inc.,... read more »

By: Lucy Lazarony • 9/16/26

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Why New Cars Cost $1,072 a Month to Own, According to AAA

Why New Cars Cost $1,072 a Month to Own, According to AAA

Owning and operating a new vehicle costs an average of $12,863 in 2026 — or $1,071.92 per month — according to AAA’s Your Driving Costs analysis.... read more »

By: Lucy Lazarony • 9/15/26

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Who Can Claim Up to $650 in Concora’s Robocall Settlement?

Who Can Claim Up to $650 in Concora’s Robocall Settlement?

A $9.375 million class action settlement could put an estimated $250 to $650 in the pockets of some people who received robocalls from Concora... read more »

By: Lucy Lazarony • 9/14/26

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NYC Click-to-Cancel Rule Starts Oct. 1: What Changes

NYC Click-to-Cancel Rule Starts Oct. 1: What Changes

New York City’s “Click-to-Cancel” rule takes effect Oct. 1, making it easier for New Yorkers to end many automatically renewing and... read more »

By: Lucy Lazarony • 9/10/26

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Colorado Alleges EarnIn Cash Advances Topped 1,000% APR

Colorado Alleges EarnIn Cash Advances Topped 1,000% APR

Cash advances with alleged APRs topping 1,000% are at the center of Colorado’s lawsuit against EarnIn. Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser... read more »

By: Lucy Lazarony • 9/9/26

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Student Loan Borrowers Face Sept. 30 Deadline for 1% Rate Cut

Student Loan Borrowers Have Until Sept. 30 for 1% Cut

Federal student loan borrowers have until Sept. 30 to enroll in auto pay and qualify for a temporary 1-percentage-point interest rate cut through... read more »

By: Lucy Lazarony • 9/3/26

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21% of Single Women Say They Could Never Save $15,000 for Egg Freezing

21% of Single Women Say They Could Never Save $15,000 for Egg Freezing

When Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez recently shared her egg-freezing journey on social media, she reignited conversations about the procedure and... read more »

By: Lucy Lazarony • 9/2/26

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Car Dealer Could Pay $4M in FTC Hidden Fees Settlement

Car Dealer Could Pay $4M Over Alleged Hidden Fees

A Connecticut Nissan dealership accused of piling thousands of dollars in hidden and unauthorized fees onto vehicle purchases could pay $4... read more »

By: Lucy Lazarony • 8/28/26

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