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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.

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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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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Don’t Let a Burrito Put You Into High-Interest Debt
Don’t Let a Burrito Put You Into High-Interest Debt. Beware of BNPL

March 18, 2026

Don’t pay more for your burrito. Learn how to avoid Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) for everyday purchases.

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

March 26, 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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Did Delinquent Student Loans Make Your Credit Score Plunge
Did Delinquent Student Loans Make Your Credit Score Plunge? Here's What to Do Next

March 29, 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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