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Ben Gran

Financial Writer

Ben Gran is a personal finance writer with years of experience in banking, investing and financial services. A graduate of Rice University, Ben has written financial education content for Business Insider, The Motley Fool, Forbes Advisor, Prudential, Lending Tree, fintech companies, and regional banks like First Horizon.

5 Strategies to Help Manage Small Business Debt
6 Strategies to Help Manage Small Business Debt

November 10, 2025

If your small business cash flow has taken a hit, here’s how to get strategic about small business debt reduction.

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Is Marriage Good for Your Financial Health?
Is Marriage Good for Your Financial Health?

November 13, 2025

Marriage is about a strong relationship, but can it be about strong finances too? Learn…

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Which debt to pay off first
Which Debt Should You Pay Off First?

October 31, 2025

Take charge of your debt by choosing the first one to smash. We’ll help you learn how to prioritize your debt payoff order.

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Who Really Pays for COBRA?
Who Really Pays for COBRA?

November 13, 2025

Changing jobs? You might get COBRA health insurance. But it can be costly. Learn more about who pays for COBRA coverage.

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Personal Financial Planning for Your Financial Goals
Make Money for Your Holiday Budget Now with Work-from-Home Gigs

November 13, 2025

Want to have a richer holiday season without debt? Easy work-from-home gigs could earn you money for the holidays.

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Want to Get Out of Debt? Focus on This Number First
Want to Get Out of Debt? Focus on This Number First

October 31, 2025

When you feel like your budget is as lean as it can be, attack debt from the other direction: increase your income. Here’s how.

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Why Did My Credit Score Drop
Why Did My Credit Score Drop?

November 2, 2025

Did you check your credit and ask, “Why Did My Credit Score Drop”? Learn 10 reasons why your credit score can suddenly drop and…

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The 3 Most Unexpected Costs of Owning a Home
The 3 Most Unexpected Costs of Owning a Home

November 11, 2025

We asked over 1,000 homeowners to tell us about the three most unexpected costs of…

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Don’t Let a Burrito Put You Into High-Interest Debt
Don’t Let a Burrito Put You Into High-Interest Debt. Beware of BNPL

November 7, 2025

Don’t pay more for your burrito. Learn how to avoid Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) for everyday purchases.

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Top 5 Tough Conversations that Could Help You Put Debt Behind You
Top 5 Tough Conversations that Could Help You Put Debt Behind You

November 7, 2025

Getting out of debt faster isn’t just about cash—it’s about having the right conversations. Start with these.

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