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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

March 20, 2026

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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How long does it take to garnish a bank account
How Long Does it Take to Garnish a Bank Account?

April 12, 2026

Learn how and why money could be taken from your bank account, and what you can do about it.

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

June 6, 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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Should I Settle My Credit Card Debt? Here’s How to Decide
Should I Settle My Credit Card Debt? Here’s How to Decide

April 3, 2026

Falling behind on credit cards? Debt relief isn’t a failure—it could be your way forward.

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

March 28, 2026

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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Did Delinquent Student Loans Make Your Credit Score Plunge
Did Delinquent Student Loans Make Your Credit Score Plunge? Here's What to Do Next

June 4, 2026

Got delinquent federal student loans? You have options. See how to get back on track and get on with your life.

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Underwater On Car Loan and Can't Afford to Pay It Off
Underwater On Car Loan and Can't Afford to Pay It Off

May 3, 2026

Underwater on your car loan? You don't have to drown. Here are your options.

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Authorized Users Are Not on the Hook for Unpaid Credit Card Debt
Authorized Users Are Not on the Hook for Unpaid Credit Card Debt

June 6, 2026

Authorized users aren’t on the hook if the account holder dies or defaults. Don’t fall for debt collectors’ scare tactics.

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The True Cost of Helping Your Kid Pay for College
Meet Your Financial Goals and Still Help Your Kid Pay for College

March 16, 2026

Our recent survey revealed that helping your kid through college could cause you undue emotional,…

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Why Do People Overspend?
Why Do People Overspend?

June 3, 2026

Overspending could be your brain chasing rewards. Learn how to retrain it to spend smarter.

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