Erin Bendig
Erin pairs personal experience with research and is passionate about sharing personal finance advice with others. Previously, she was a freelancer focusing on the credit card side of finance, but has branched out since then to cover other aspects of personal finance. Erin is well-versed in traditional media with reporting, interviewing and research, as well as using graphic design and video and audio storytelling to share with her readers.
Latest articles by Erin Bendig
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Best CD Rates
Find the highest CD rates available today in our guide.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Best High-Yield Savings Accounts
These are the top earning high-yield savings accounts available today.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Why Do People Retire in Florida? 9 Things You Must Know
Attention Florida-bound retirees: There's more to the Sunshine State than Disney, golf and beaches.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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Save Up To $40 On A Costco Membership With This Deal
New members can save $20 to $40 on a one-year Costco membership with this deal from Stack Social.
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Try the 6 to 1 Grocery Shopping Method to Save Time and Money
The 6 to 1 Grocery Method can help you save money, reduce waste and eat healthier.
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Should You Leave Your Heat On All Day or Turn It Off? Which is Cheaper?
Should you turn your heat off during the day or leave it on low? Here's what to know.
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New Airline Rules Simplify Refunds From Canceled Flights and Delayed Bags
Flyers get a break with new airline rules: automatic refunds for canceled flights and bag mishandling.
By Erin Bendig Published
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Callable CDs: Was Your High-Yield CD Called Back Before It Matured?
Here's what you need to know about callable CDs, which let banks redeem your CD before its official maturity date.
By Erin Bendig Published
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Best No-Fee High-Yield Savings Rates
Consider opening a no-fee high-yield savings account if you want a competitive yield on your cash but want to avoid any pesky fees.
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Best No-Penalty CD Rates
A no-penalty CD is a type of certificate of deposit that allows individuals to withdraw funds early without a fee. Right now, some of the best ones are offering rates of over 4%.
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Savings Calculator: If You Saved $5K Five Years Ago, Here's What You'd Have Now
Tools Whether you’ve just opened a CD or a high-yield savings account, this simple calculator can show you how much cash you’ll have after a specified period of time.
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How to Find the Best Jumbo CD Rates
Check out some of the top jumbo CD rates available today.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Get a Free iPhone 16 Pro With a New Line From Verizon
Verizon is offering a free iPhone 16 to customers who trade in their old devices. You may even qualify for a free iPad.
By Erin Bendig Published
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What Could the Election Mean for Social Security and Medicare?
With the presidential election just days away, here's a look at Harris vs. Trump on Social Security and Medicare.
By Erin Bendig Published
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Best 5-Year CD Rates
Here are some of the best 5-year CD rates on the market today.
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1-Year CD Rates
Savings Many 1-year CD accounts are already offering rates of 5% or more. We look at the options on the market.
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Best 3-Year CDs
Here are the best 3-year CDs with rates well over 4.00%.
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Some Social Security Recipients Will Get an Extra Check Soon
SSI beneficiaries will receive an extra check in November. It's not due to government largesse but a calendar quirk.
By Erin Bendig Published
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Is Harris’s $25k Down Payment Assistance Good or Bad for Homebuyers?
Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris plans to offer $25,000 in down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers. But is this good or bad for the housing market?
By Erin Bendig Published
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Credit Cards With No Foreign Transaction Fees
Traveling abroad this summer? Find a credit card with no foreign transaction fees or your spending could add up to a big chunk of change.
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How Much Does It Cost to Be a Grandparent in 2024?
How much does it cost to be a grandparent? On average, grandparents spend almost $4,000 a year on their grandkids.
By Erin Bendig Published
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How to Save on Prescription Medication
How you can save money on prescription medication amidst rising prices.
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You Could Pay Only $2 for These Drugs Soon Under Medicare
Those enrolled in Medicare could soon pay just $2 for these prescription drugs.
By Erin Bendig Published
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Mental Health and Money Problems: How to Take Care of Both
Are your finances causing depression and anxiety? Experts share how you can take care of both your mental health and money problems.
By Erin Bendig Last updated