Meet Our Authors
Our authors are dedicated financial professionals who provide clear, accurate, and reliable guidance to help you make informed decisions.
Managing EditorJennifer Doss is a credit card analyst and the managing editor of CardRatings.com, MoneyRates.com, and MyBankTracker.com. With more than 15 years of experience as a …
Finance ExpertSimon Zhen is the chief research analyst for MyBankTracker and an expert on consumer banking products, bank innovations, and financial technology. Simon has contributed and/or been quoted…
Finance ExpertAja is a writer and blogger based in Chicago who covers topics on personal finance and entrepreneurship. She writes from her experiences with money management …
Alexander Matjanec is a Co-Founder of MyBanktracker, who specializes in banking trends and consumer financial products.
Finance ExpertAmy Carst writes for MyBankTracker on banking and finance, including retirement, mortgages, real estate investments and credit cards. Education: Duquesne University.
Amy covers personal finances, student loans, and money management for younger adults. Her work has appeared in The Atlantic, Business Insider, New York Daily News, …
Anna Baluch is a personal finance writer and expert who writes about financial topics ranging from personal and student loans to mortgages, debt relief, auto …
Anne specialized in covering finances, technology, higher education, and healthcare. Her work has appeared in Business Insider, CBS News, Huffington Post, NASDAQ, and other major …
Finance ExpertBen Luthi is a freelance writer who is passionate about personal finance. He has experience writing about credit cards, consumer credit, debt, insurance, and more. …
Finance ExpertBishoy covers the various aspects of retirement savings and investing, including foreign currencies and cryptocurrencies. He has also written for CUInsight.
Finance ExpertBrian, a former business analyst in the mortgage industry, writes on ethics, regulations, and technology in the banking industry. His contributions have been featured in …
Finance ExpertCarolyn Okomo covers general personal finance topics with a focus on financial literacy.
Finance ExpertCasey Hynes writes for MyBankTracker on personal finance, digital marketing, and rights issues. Education: M.A. in Journalism from Columbia University School of Journalism.
Finance ExpertChristina Majaski writes about credit cards and personal money management for MyBankTracker. Education: B.A. in Business from Rasmussen College.
Finance ExpertClaire Murdough is a part-time writer and full-time lover of personal finance & creative projects. She lives in San Francisco. Education: B.A. in Literature from …
Finance ExpertDan is a MyBankTracker writer and blogger who is an expert in real estate, mortgage finance, credit cards and retirement. Education: B.A. in Journalism from …
Finance ExpertDaryl is a staff writer at MyBankTracker.com who specializes in consumer spending, student finances and debt.
David is a Certified Financial Planner who writes about financial planning, investing and taxes.
Dawn Papandrea is a journalist with more than two decades of experience covering personal finance and consumer issues. She has written for leading financial publications …
Finance ExpertDebbie is a writer who specializes in parental finances, credit cards, and mortgages.
Erik is a staff writer for MyBankTracker.com, who specializes in real estate, consumer banking and personal finance. Education: B.A. in Sociology from University of Vermont.
Finance ExpertFrank is a writer for MyBankTracker.com. His columns revolve around consumer issues and personal finance tools.
Geoff Williams is a freelance journalist and writer who specializes in personal finances and business topics. His work has been featured in major outlets including …
Finance ExpertGerald is a staff writer at MyBankTracker.com. He is an expert in real estate, mortgages and credit.
Finance ExpertJane Genova is a widely recognized authority on personal finance and the law.
Finance ExpertJason Steele has been writing about credit cards and travel rewards since 2008. His work is widely featured at top personal finance sites and is …
Jeanine is an expert in a wide range of personal finance topics, with a specialization in consumer banking products and credit. Education: B.A. in Journalism …
Finance ExpertJeff is a licensed real estate agent in California and he specializes in home buying, mortgages, and debt, among other money topics. His work has …
Finance ExpertJohn Csiszar has 18 years of experience as a registered investment advisor. He covers a wide range of personal finance topics with an emphasis on …
John Schmoll is a former stockbroker with an MBA in Finance and more than 12 years of experience in finance and business writing. He’s passionate …
Kaia is a freelance writer for MyBankTracker who specializes in real estate, saving and banking.
Finance ExpertKale is a writer who specializes in money management and personal finance.
Finance ExpertKali is a writer and marketing manager who covers personal finances as it relates to young adults and frugality. Her content has been featured in …
Finance ExpertKara Perez is a freelance writer who focuses on money management and student loan debt -- having learned many money lessons from her own experience …
Finance ExpertKatherine covers the issues that are most relevant to younger adults, including topics such as college finances, student debt, and consumer spending. She has contributed …
Finance ExpertKayla Albert is a writer and content strategist committed to helping others build a solid financial foundation in order to live their best life possible. …
Kevin Mercadante is a former mortgage loan officer and blogger behind Out of Your Rut. He is an expert in mortgages, career strategies and retirement …
Finance ExpertKrista is a freelance writer with extensive financial experience from holding management-level positions at financial institutions in New York. She still works in the financial …
Laura is a staff writer for MyBankTracker. She covers personal finances, millennials and consumer spending. Education: B.A. in Journalism from University of Missouri-Columbia; M.A. in …
Finance ExpertMallory writes for MyBankTracker and specializes in money management and budgeting
Finance ExpertMarina is a staff writer for MyBankTracker.com. She is an expert in college finances, consumer spending and banking. Education: B.A. in Journalism from University of …
Finance ExpertMorgan covers credit cards and retirement planning. She has contributed to US News and World Report, Time Money, TurboTax, The Street, and other major personal …
Nicole Dieker is a freelance writer who covers money management, budgeting, and general personal finance. She has contributed to publications such as Lifehacker, Reviews.com, Today.com …
Paul is the editor of MyBankTracker. His columns cover the money movement -- the ongoing shift in how people, businesses and our culture look at …
Finance ExpertPaul was a freelance writer for MyBankTracker.com who focuses on homeownership and money issues. He was an expert in mortgages and real estate. Education: M.A. …
Finance ExpertPaul Sisolak is a personal finance journalist with an extensive background in news reporting. He covers saving, investing, real estate, and the economy. Paul has …
Peter is a staff writer at MyBankTracker.com who covers banking, personal finance, investing and homeownership.
Finance ExpertShannon specializes in personal finance topics that revolve around money management, debt (especially student loans), and budgeting. She has contributed to various personal finance blogs …
Shayla is a freelance writer for MyBankTracker. She specializes in credit cards, mortgages, real estate and personal finance issues. Education: B.A. in Creative Writing from …
Finance ExpertSheila Dougherty is a freelance editor and writer who has worked with The Wall Street Journal, Meredith/Better Homes and Gardens Special Interest Publications, Billboard, Advertising …
Shirley is a staff writer for MyBankTracker who covers personal finance trends, money habits, mortgages and foreclosures. Education: B.S. in Environmental Science from SUNY Empire …
Finance ExpertSuzanne Driscoll writes on finance and money management for MyBankTracker.
Finance ExpertTalia is a freelance writer and blogger who covers personal finances and health, particularly as they pertain to younger generations. Her work has also been …
Finance ExpertTJ Porter has in-depth experience in reviewing financial products such as savings accounts, credit cards, and brokerages, writing how-tos, and answering financial questions. He has …
Finance ExpertValencia Higuera is based in Virginia and she covers budgeting, credit cards, and student loan debt, with expertise in frugal living, general banking, and mortgages. …
Finance ExpertWilly Staley is a staff writer and columnist for MyBankTracker.com. His columns focus on banking, monetary policy and culture. Education: B.A. in Urban Studies/Affairs from …

Alex is a data analyst and writer for MyBankTracker.com. She specializes in student loan products, consumer banking, and financial advice. Education: B.A. in Mathematics from …

Amanda Abella is a millennial financial expert and Amazon best-selling author of Make Money Your Honey. Through her writing and coaching she teaches millennials how …

Brian O’Connell is a former Wall Street bond trader and an author who has written two best-selling business books (The 401k Millionaire and CNBC's Creating …
Brooke is an expert in consumer spending and the psychology of money. She has contributed to major outlets, including Investopedia, Wise Bread, and US News …

Cami Tellez covers home buying and mortgages. She has contributed to Time Out New York and Wirecutter.

Caroline Banton has worked in global development and finance. She covers credit cards and personal credit management. She has contributed to Investopedia, PYMNTS.com, The Seattle …

Carrie Smith is an avid blogger who covered all facets of personal finance. Her work has been featured in Yahoo Finance, NBC News, Redbook, The …

Dan Miller is a freelance writer and founder of PointsWithACrew.com, a site that helps families to travel for free/cheap. His home base is in Cincinnati, …

David is a writer for MyBankTracker. He is an expert in consumer spending and financial literacy.

Destiny is a staff writer and social media manager for MyBankTracker.com. Her columns focus on money management and consumer spending.

Eric Madia is Vice President of Product Design at Esurance, where he is responsible for designing the company’s personal lines products. Eric has 23 years …
Holly Johnson is a professional writer who has been covering personal finance, credit cards and loyalty programs for more than a decade. She is passionate …

Kat Tretina is a freelance writer based in Orlando, Fl. Her work has appeared in publications like Experian, CreditKarma, The Huffington Post, and more. Education: …

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Lance is a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the state of Virginia and he covers money management, budgeting, financial products, and more. He is …

Lauren Bowling is the blogger behind the personal finance site L Bee and the Money Tree and host of the award-winning web series, Awkward Money Chat. …
Lee Huffman spent 18 years as a financial planner and corporate finance manager before quitting his corporate job to write full-time. He has been writing …

Lia is a former news reporter who turned into a freelance writer that specializes in personal finance topics. Her work has been featured in The …

Louis DeNicola is a personal finance writer who works with Fortune 500 financial services firms, FinTech startups, and nonprofits to help promote financial literacy. He …

Marc is a freelance writer for MyBankTracker.com who specializes in investing and retirement planning. He is an expert in asset allocation and portfolio management.

Mariel is a staff writer for MyBankTracker.com. Her columns focus on consumer spending, bank accounts and money psychology.

Melanie Lockert is a personal finance writer, event planner, and founder of the award-winning blog Dear Debt. She paid off a total of $81,000 in …

Melanie writes for MyBankTracker on taxes, retirement and financial literacy.

I've made every money mistake that you can think of, and as a result of those mistakes I began writing about personal finance. My goal …
MyBankTracker provides in-depth information on 5,000 banks and credit unions, including the latest interest rates for checking and savings accounts, credit cards, mortgages, IRAs, and …

Rebecca is a writer for MyBankTracker.com. She is a Certified Educator in Personal Finance (CEPF) and an expert in consumer banking products, saving and money …
Rob Sabo has been a Nevada-based business reporter for nearly two decades and full time freelance writer since 2017. He writes on a wide range …
Theresa is a research analyst at MyBankTracker.com. She is an expert in bank fees and policies, money psychology and consumer spending.

Valerie Ashton is a commercial pilot, California Real Estate Broker and writer. A life-long California resident, Valerie holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from San …

Veronica is a staff writer for MyBankTracker. She is an expert in investing, consumer bank accounts and retirement.
Zachary is a staff writer and a columnist for MyBankTracker.com. He specializes in financial technology, banking trends and product innovation.

Zina covers a wide range of personal finance with expertise in budgeting and money management -- much from her experience in handling her own finances. …




