Mike Senecal

About the Author

Mike Senecal

Mike Senecal draws on more than 20 years of educational and editorial experience to help BadCredit.org readers understand the complexities of the personal finance industry. Mike has worked for decades in academic and trade publishing, including roles as managing editor and technical editor at the University of Florida and as contributor to finance industry publications, including Surety Bond Quarterly and Independent Agent, among others. Mike holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of South Carolina, and he enjoys bringing his years of academic and industry expertise online to help consumers of diverse financial backgrounds.

Latest Posts

8 posts written/edited to date

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Global Privacy Control Boosts Online Privacy by Empowering Consumers with Proactive Protection

Global Privacy Control Stops Companies From Selling Online Information

In a Nutshell: More people should know the information they generate online is for sale. In 2020, the California... read more »

Mike Senecal

By: Mike Senecal • 3/23/23

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Mr. Cooper Offers Mortgages and Guidance to Make Homebuying Easier and More Accessible

Mr. Cooper Can Make the Homebuying Process Easier and More Accessible

In a Nutshell: The most important investment most people will ever make is in owning their home. But in today’s... read more »

Mike Senecal

By: Mike Senecal • 3/14/23

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Small Business Majority: Resources and Advocacy to Empower America’s Diverse Entrepreneurs

Small Business Majority Empowers America's Diverse Entrepreneurs

In a Nutshell: COVID-19 changed the American economy in many ways, perhaps none more profound than the explosion in... read more »

Mike Senecal

By: Mike Senecal • 3/8/23

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American Home Shield: Affordable Home Warranties Help Household Budgets Stay Healthy

American Home Shield Warranties Help Households Stay Financially Healthy

In a Nutshell: A quick glance around the house reveals dozens of systems and appliances that need to perform every... read more »

Mike Senecal

By: Mike Senecal • 3/23/23

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CardCash Users Can Unlock Cash from Unused Gift Cards and Save on Purchases from Leading Brands

CardCash: Unlock Cash and Discounts from Unused Gift Cards

In a Nutshell: As a pioneer in the gift card buyback marketplace, CardCash draws on almost 15 years of service to... read more »

Mike Senecal

By: Mike Senecal • 2/27/23

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Clearstep Optimizes Access to Cost-Effective Healthcare and Helps Increase Positive Outcomes

Clearstep Technology Optimizes Access to More Cost-Effective Healthcare

In a Nutshell: As the COVID-19 pandemic gathered steam in the US, Clearstep introduced a chatbot-based screening... read more »

Mike Senecal

By: Mike Senecal • 2/24/23

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PocketGuard All-in-One Budgeting App Recognized for Streamlining Financial Planning

PocketGuard Recognized for Streamlining Financial Planning

In a Nutshell: When some friends in a pub complained about how much they spent on cocktails, they did something... read more »

Mike Senecal

By: Mike Senecal • 3/1/23

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8,820 views

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VA Homeless Programs: Funding and Partnerships Increase Veteran Access to Housing and Services

VA Homeless Programs Increase Sustainable Housing for Veterans

In a Nutshell: The mission of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Homeless Programs Office is to help veterans... read more »

Mike Senecal

By: Mike Senecal • 2/9/23