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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

December 30, 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?

January 4, 2026

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

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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?

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

December 20, 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?

January 3, 2026

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

January 3, 2026

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

December 21, 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?

December 18, 2025

Wondering “Why did my credit score drop”? You’re not alone. See the biggest reasons why credit scores go up or down.

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

January 2, 2026

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

December 28, 2025

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

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