Meet The MoneyRates Authors: Your Trusted Financial Experts

Meet the experts behind MoneyRates! Our authors are dedicated financial professionals who provide clear, accurate, and reliable guidance to help you make informed decisions. From comparing bank rates to navigating loans and financial solutions, they combine years of expertise with a passion for empowering readers. Trust their insights to help you achieve financial success.

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Managing Editor

Kristin Marino is an experienced finance and education writer, contributing to platforms like MoneyRates, The Balance, and MoneyGeek.

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Executive Editor

Simon Zhen is a banking and fintech expert, contributing to publications like Consumer Reports, U.S. News, and Business Insider.

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Linda Vergon linkedin
Contributor Writer

Linda Vergon is a former MoneyRates senior managing editor. She spent 25 years as a court reporter before transitioning to the financial world.

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Dan Rafter linkedin
Contributor Writer

Dan Rafter, a valued contributor at MoneyRates, brings many years of expertise in the financial sector. Specializing in areas like credit scores,…

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Ellen Cannon linkedin
Contributor Writer

Ellen Cannon has extensive editorial experience in personal finance journalism, including a nearly decade-long tenure at Bloomberg.

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Erik Martin linkedin
Contributor Writer

Erik J. Martin brings his expertise to MoneyRates, covering finance topics from personal loans to real estate. Based in Chicago, Erik’s work has…

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Geoff Williams linkedin
Contributor Writer

Geoff Williams is a freelance journalist and author in Loveland, Ohio. His articles have appeared in publications such as MoneyRates,…

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Gina Freeman linkedin
Contributor Writer

Gina Freeman writes about personal finance and has been featured on MoneyRates, The Mortgage Reports, MSNMoney, Fox Business, Forbes,…

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Jim Sloan linkedin
Contributor Writer

Jim Sloan, a seasoned journalist and contributor to MoneyRates, has an extensive history in business editing, management, and personal finance…

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Maryalene Laponsie linkedin
Contributor Writer

Maryalene LaPonsie brings over a decade of experience in personal finance and banking, making her a trusted voice in the field.

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Michele Lerner linkedin
Contributor Writer

Michele Lerner is an expert in personal finance and real estate, bringing seasoned knowledge to the table. Her book, “HOMEBUYING: Tough Times,…

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Peter Andrew linkedin
Contributor Writer

Peter Andrew is a seasoned expert in personal finance and enjoys helping readers navigate the world of money matters. With over a decade of…

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Rebecca Lake linkedin
Contributor Writer

Rebecca Lake, a valued contributor at MoneyRates, unravels the intricacies of personal finance with her expertise in areas spanning from banking…

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William Cowie linkedin
Contributor Writer

William Cowie, a valued contributor at MoneyRates, writes about personal finance, investing, and economic intricacies with his vast reservoir…

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William Gilman linkedin
Contributor Writer

William “Bill” Gilman comes to MoneyRates with expertise in personal finance and credit cards. As the founding editor of publications such…

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Anna Baluch linkedin
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Anna Baluch is a personal finance writer and expert who writes about financial topics ranging from personal and student loans to mortgages,…

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Erin Gobler linkedin
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Erin Gobler is a personal finance coach who combines her passion for coaching and writing to offer readers insightful financial advice. As a regular…

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Brandon Renfro linkedin
Contributor Writer

Brandon Renfro comes to MoneyRates with an impressive array of credentials, including being a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), a Retirement…

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Shannon Lee linkedin
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Shannon Lee, a versatile contributor to MoneyRates, is a freelance writer with a passion that spans over two decades. Her extensive writing portfolio…

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Barbara Marquand linkedin
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Barbara Marquand is a seasoned writer specializing in personal finance. As a contributor to MoneyRates, she combines her experience with an…

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Chris Kissel linkedin
Contributor Writer

Chris Kissell, the visionary founder of Words At Work, LLC, has carved a niche for himself in the realm of writing, editing, and consulting from his…

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Peter Miller
Contributor Writer

Peter G. Miller is a known expert in real estate and mortgage journalism. His writing includes seven books published by Harper & Row, and he is…

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Joe Taylor
Contributor Writer

From his base in Athens, Georgia, Joe Taylor, Jr. not only contributes to MoneyRates but also mentors working musicians and innovative…

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Andrew Freiburghouse linkedin
Contributor Writer

Andrew Freiburghouse brings a wealth of tax expertise to MoneyRates, drawing on seven years as a junior partner at Pronto Income Tax of California, Inc.,…

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Clark Schultz linkedin
Contributor Writer

Clark Schultz joins MoneyRates as an expert in personal finance, savings, and economic topics, contributing valuable content to major financial websites…

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Doresa Banning linkedin
Contributor Writer

Doresa Banning, a journalist based in Reno, Nevada, brings a wealth of knowledge to MoneyRates. With an M.A. in journalism from the University…

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Francine L. Huff linkedin
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Francine L. Huff, a seasoned journalist and contributor to MoneyRates, brings her financial acumen and editorial expertise to the forefront…

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Karen Lawson linkedin
Contributor Writer

Karen Lawson, a seasoned banking professional with over 15 years in mortgage loan servicing, is an expert finance writer at MoneyRates…

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Lynnette Khalfani-Cox linkedin
Contributor Writer

Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, also known as The Money Coach®, enriches MoneyRates with her personal finance expertise. A former CNBC Wall…

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Satta Sarmah-Hightower linkedin
Contributor Writer

Satta Sarmah Hightower is a distinguished contributor at MoneyRates, with a rich background in journalism, content marketing, and…

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Megan Wells linkedin
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Megan Wells is a marketing executive and freelance writer hailing from California. With a flair for communicating complex topics,…

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Robert Beaupre linkedin
Contributor Writer

Robert Beaupre stands as a distinguished figure in the realm of personal finance, boasting a decade of experience in crafting and refining…

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Robert Digiacomo linkedin
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Robert DiGiacomo, a Philadelphia-based writer-editor, brings decades of experience to MoneyRates. With a portfolio that boasts contributions to…

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Charles Epstein
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Charles Epstein, a distinguished contributor to MoneyRates, has held senior marketing roles at renowned global institutions. Charles has…

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Sheena Leano
Contributor Writer

Sheena Leano, a former editor and current contributor at MoneyRates, blends her expertise in economics with creative writing, offering unique…

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Ollie Geiger
Contributor Writer

Ollie Geiger is a skilled freelance writer specializing in financial technology and consumer banking. With a sharp understanding of the evolving…

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Scarlett Vasquez
Contributor Writer

Scarlett Vasquez combines her prowess in writing with her adeptness in marketing. A graduate of UC San Diego, Scarlett holds a bachelor’s degree…

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