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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.

Moving Back in With Mom and Dad — How to Make the Money Work
Moving Back in With Mom and Dad: How to Make the Money Work

April 4, 2026

Want to save big money on rent? Moving in with Mom and Dad could help. But here’s the right way to do it.

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

April 10, 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

April 11, 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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Forget $5 Coffees
Forget $5 Coffees. Here's How to Save Big Money and Slash Your Debt

March 24, 2026

Cutting back on coffee could help you get out of debt. But here’s how to make even bigger moves.

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

April 9, 2026

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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10 Ways to Clean Up Your Finances
10 Ways to Clean Up Your Finances

March 20, 2026

Start the year off right with our 10 favorite money tips, from maxing out your…

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Why Tax Season 2026 Is a Perfect Time to Seek Debt Relief
Why Tax Season 2026 Is a Perfect Time to Seek Debt Relief

April 11, 2026

Want to use your tax refund to pay off debt? Debt relief could get bigger results than minimum payments. Here’s how.

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