Articles by Geoff Williams

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 U.S. News & World Report, CNN Money, Forbes, The Huffington Post, and more. Education: B.A. in Screenwriting from Indiana University.

Can You Transfer Credit Card Debt to Someone Else? Photo of Geoff Williams Geoff Williams Can You Transfer Credit Card Debt to Someone Else? If you're struggling with credit card debt and someone is willing to help you out,... Can Non-U.S. Residents Open U.S. Brokerage Accounts to Trade Stocks? If you're a non-U.S. resident, find out if you can open a U.S. brokerage account to trade stocks, including what you have to know when it comes to taxes. Small Business Loan vs. Business Credit Card: Compare the Pros & Cons Compare the pros and cons of choosing a small business loan vs. a business credit card and learn which credit type to choose for certain business purposes. How to Avoid Life Insurance Fraud Photo of Geoff Williams Geoff Williams How to Avoid Life Insurance Fraud If your family members depend on you to keep a roof over their heads, you need... Where to Find the Cash to Build a Last-Minute Emergency Fund Photo of Geoff Williams Geoff Williams Where to Find the Cash to Build a Last-Minute Emergency Fund Probably for most of your adult life, you’ve heard the urgent advice – save money... Moving for Your Finances and a Better Life Moving can be one of the most stressful things a person can do, but it could save you a fortune in the long run. Learn how and what questions you should be asking. How to Cash in U.S. Savings Bonds and Report Taxes on Interest Earned Learn how to cash in your U.S. savings bonds, whether paper or electronically, and report taxes interest earnings properly. Tesla Insurance: How to Get Auto Insurance for Your Tesla Vehicle Photo of Geoff Williams Geoff Williams Tesla Insurance: How to Get Auto Insurance for Your Tesla Vehicle So you’re buying an electric car from Tesla when the salesperson or maybe the... Unemployment Benefits: How to Apply and Collect Photo of Geoff Williams Geoff Williams Unemployment Benefits: How to Apply and Collect Filing for unemployment benefits can sometimes feel like a job in itself, or so... Buying a Car Online: What You Need to Know Keep these points in mind when you're buying a car online, often without seeing or test driving the vehicle first.