Articles by Shannon McNay

Shannon specializes in personal finance topics that revolve around money management, debt (especially student loans), and budgeting. She has contributed to various personal finance blogs and sites such as The Huffington Post, Business Insider, Lifehacker, Yahoo Finance, and more. Shannon is a big fan of coffee and her dog, Lucy. Education: B.A. in English from Northern Kentucky University.

Cash or Credit Card: Which is the Best Way to Pay? When it comes to making a purchase, should you use cash or credit? Here's how you can discover the payment method that will work best for your financial goals.