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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 Home Buying Mistakes to Avoid
10 Home-Buying Mistakes to Avoid

February 23, 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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Taking Responsibility for Debt While Avoiding Bankruptcy
Taking Responsibility for Debt While Avoiding Bankruptcy

February 25, 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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What Happens if You Don't Pay Your Student Loans?
What Happens If You Don’t Pay Your Student Loan?

March 5, 2026

Student loans don’t just go away if you ignore them. See what happens if you don’t pay your student loan.

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Debt Relief Options
6 Real-Life Ways to Get Rid of Debt Faster

March 6, 2026

Was your debt caused by a short-term crisis or long-term budget problems? Explore these debt relief options.

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How Voting Can Affect Your Personal Finances
How Voting Can Affect Your Personal Finances

March 6, 2026

Your vote bridges democracy and your personal finances. From taxes, to healthcare, to unemployment, here’s…

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5 Strategies to Help Manage Small Business Debt
6 Strategies to Help Manage Small Business Debt

February 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?

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

March 10, 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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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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Who Can Access Your Credit Report
Who Can Access Your Credit Report and See Your Credit Score? The List Is Longer Than You Might Expect

March 12, 2026

Who can access your credit report? Lenders, employers, landlords…and more. Learn how to protect your privacy and rights.

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