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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.

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

March 3, 2026

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

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Why Do People Overspend?
Why Do People Overspend?

July 31, 2026

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

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Access to Credit: Predatory Lending and Payday Loans
Access to Credit: Predatory Lending and Payday Loans

March 4, 2026

If you live in an underbanked neighborhood, you might think that predatory loans are your…

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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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How to Use Credit Cards Wisely
Can I Still Use My Credit Card After Debt Settlement?

March 15, 2026

Debt settlement doesn’t mean you’ll never use credit cards again. We’ll walk you through the process to rebuild.

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Credit Card Interest Rate Cap: What It Could Mean for Your Debt
Credit Card Interest Rate Cap: What It Could Mean for Your Debt

April 3, 2026

The president wants 10% APR on credit cards. Banks say no. Here’s what a credit card interest cap could really mean.

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Does Debt Relief Hurt Your Credit?
Does Debt Relief Hurt Your Credit?

March 7, 2026

Will debt relief hurt your credit? We’ve got tips on how to prepare for credit impacts while getting rid of debt.

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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

March 10, 2026

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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Could Zombie Foreclosure Happen to You?
Could Zombie Foreclosure Happen To You? Don't Make This One Big Mistake

March 5, 2026

Have an old unpaid second mortgage? You might hear from debt collectors. See how to avoid zombie foreclosure.

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This One Big Life-Changing Adventure Could Help You Get Out of Debt Fast
This One Big Life-Changing Adventure Could Help You Get Out of Debt Fast

March 4, 2026

Tired of paying for the high cost of living in America? See how you can get out of debt faster by moving abroad.

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