Jamie Cattanach has been writing in the personal finance space since 2015. Her words have appeared at CNBC, The Motley Fool, Insider, Yahoo, HuffPost and many other outlets, and she's written for a variety of fintech companies including Chime, SoFi, LendingTree and Capitalize. She's passionate about making scary-seeming personal finance topics—saving for retirement, buying insurance or improving your credit score, and the like—friendlier and more accessible, and helping readers use money as a tool to live a rich life.
Articles by Jamie Cattanach
Pay Off Debt With These 7 Expert Tips
Wondering how to pay off debt and keep it that way? Here are seven steps to help you live a debt-free life.
May 28, 2024
Best Student Loan Refinance Companies for June 2024
Refinancing student loans could result in a lower interest rate, which could save you money over the term of the loan.
May 27, 2024
Rocket Money Review 2024
Expense tracker and budgeting app, Rocket Money also offers so much more. Here’s what you get for free, and what’s behind the paywall.
May 27, 2024
Quicken Review 2024
Although it’s much more than a budgeting app, Quicken can do that too—and it’s especially powerful for solopreneurs and property managers.
May 27, 2024
Retirement Calculator: How Much Do You Need?
Not sure how much money you need to retire comfortably? Our retirement calculator makes it easy to figure out.
May 26, 2024
What Is An Unsecured Loan?
What is an unsecured loan? Loans that don’t require collateral can be used for almost any financial goal. Here’s what to know—and how to use them wisely.
May 22, 2024
Yieldstreet Review 2024: Not for Beginners, But A Solid Choice for Accredited Investors
Yieldstreet allows everyday investors to get in on alternative asset classes such as art, real estate, and venture capital—typically the domain of high-net-worth investors.
May 21, 2024
J.P. Morgan Wealth Management Review 2024
One of the largest banks in the world, JPMorgan Chase offers a suite of investing products including individual brokerage accounts and IRAs.
May 20, 2024
Homeowners Insurance: What Is It, How It Works
Homeowners insurance doesn’t have to be confusing. It’s all about knowing what’s covered and even more importantly, what’s usually not. Learn more.
May 19, 2024
Best Financial Advisors 2024
Financial advisors can help get your portfolio set up for success. These are our top picks for a variety of investor types.
May 17, 2024
Best Cash Advance Apps in June 2024
Cash advance apps can help you access funds from your paycheck days ahead of time. But there are drawbacks to consider, including potentially steep fees.
May 15, 2024
How Much Money Should You Have in Savings?
How much you need to save—for retirement, emergencies, your children’s college, a home, and more—depends on your circumstances. Still, there are some helpful guidelines to follow.
May 08, 2024
Best Capital One Credit Cards of June 2024
Capital One’s range of credit cards has offerings for travelers, foodies, those on credit-rebuilding journeys, business owners, and everyone in between.
May 01, 2024
Liberty Mutual Review 2024
Liberty Mutual offers homeowners insurance, auto insurance, life insurance—even pet insurance. Here’s everything you need to know.
April 01, 2024
457 Plan vs. 403(b) Plan: What’s the Difference?
Both 457 plans and 403(b)s are retirement accounts available to public sector employees—but each has its own rules, features, and benefits.
March 11, 2024
Best Holiday Loans (& Alternatives)
If you’re in need of some extra cash this Christmas and have exhausted all other options, here are the best holiday loans for 2023.
December 27, 2023