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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.

The True Cost of Helping Your Kid Pay for College
17% of Parents Dipped Into Retirement Savings to Pay for Their Kids' College. Here's How to Avoid That Mistake

July 24, 2026

Most families are willing to stretch their finances to pay for college. Here are our tips.

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

March 22, 2026

We asked over 1,000 homeowners to tell us about the three most unexpected costs of…

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

October 25, 2026

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

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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

August 5, 2026

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

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What Happens If You Miss One Credit Card Payment
What Happens If You Miss One Credit Card Payment

April 4, 2026

Did you miss a credit card due date? How late you are makes all the difference. Here's what happens.

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Why Dealing with Debt Isn’t as Scary as You Think
Why Dealing with Debt Isn’t as Scary as You Think

April 2, 2026

Debt gets less scary when you start tackling it. We’ll show you how.

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Who Really Pays for COBRA?
Who Really Pays for COBRA?

March 26, 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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How to Pay Off Multiple Credit Cards
How to Pay Off Multiple Credit Cards

October 23, 2026

Struggling with multiple credit card debts? Don’t worry. You have choices. Professionals could help, too. Learn how.

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Does Paying the Minimum Payment Hurt Your Credit Score?
Does Paying the Minimum Payment Hurt Your Credit Score?

October 23, 2026

Minimum credit card payments mean more interest could impact your credit score. Find out why your payments matter.

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

October 27, 2026

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

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