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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.

Is Marriage Good for Your Financial Health?
Getting Married This Summer? Here's What It Could Do to Your Finances

June 5, 2026

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

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7 Ways to Save Money This Summer and Still Have Fun
7 Ways to Save Money and Still Have Fun This Summer

March 16, 2026

The enjoy familiar summer activities is stronger than ever. Explore some ways you can save…

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Taking Responsibility for Debt While Avoiding Bankruptcy
Taking Responsibility for Debt While Avoiding Bankruptcy

June 5, 2026

A North Carolina resident found success in paying off her debt with the Freedom Debt Relief program. Learn why she opted for debt relief over bankruptcy.

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Can You Go To Jail For Credit Card Debt
Can You Go To Jail For Credit Card Debt?

May 15, 2026

There’s no debtors' prison, but debt could lead to other trouble. Learn how to avoid courtrooms and judges.

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How to Pay Off Multiple Credit Cards
How to Pay Off Multiple Credit Cards

April 18, 2026

Struggling with multiple credit card debts? Don’t worry. You have choices. Professionals could help, too. Learn how.

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Can I Surrender My Car If I Can't Afford the Loan?
Can I Surrender My Car If I Can’t Afford the Loan?

June 5, 2026

Can’t pay your auto loan? You don’t have to wait for the repo man. Learn how to decide whether to surrender your car.

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Debt Relief Myths and Realities
Debt Relief Myths and Realities

April 3, 2026

Struggling with debt you can't afford? Get the real story behind these debt relief myths to find out if it's for you.

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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

March 18, 2026

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

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Five Back-to-School Shopping Tips that Save Money
Five Back-to-School Shopping Tips that Save Money

March 23, 2026

If you're stressed out about all the supplies you'll need to get for your kids…

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5 Home Buying Mistakes to Avoid
Nearly Two-Thirds of New Homeowners Were Unprepared for the Costs. Here Are the 10 Mistakes to Avoid

June 6, 2026

Buying a home? Don’t make these costly home-buying mistakes. Here are our tips for acing the home-buying process.

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