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LendingTree is an advertising-supported comparison service. The site features products from our partners as well as institutions which are not advertising partners. While we make an effort to include the best deals available to the general public, we make no warranty that such information represents all available products. We are compensated by companies on this site and this compensation may impact how and where offers appear on this site (such as the order).
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Jill A. Chafin

Staff Writer

  • Expertise: Personal finance, small business loans
  • Education: Whitireia Community Polytechnic, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

 

Jill A. Chafin is a staff writer at LendingTree, where she covers a variety of personal finance and small business topics. Her work has appeared on the Motley Fool’s Blueprint, How-to Geek’s Life Savvy, as well as her own blog.

Before joining LendingTree, Jill spent 20+ years as a freelance writer and editor. She has received multiple awards for her creative writing, with pieces published in literary anthologies such as the Personal Story Publishing Project. She has experience running her own business and loves helping others pursue their entrepreneurial dreams.

Jill earned a writing certification from the Whitireia Community Polytechnic in New Zealand and a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

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Articles by Jill A. Chafin

56 ‘No Loan Colleges’ to Help You Avoid Student Debt

January 29, 2023

A “no-loan” college is exactly what it sounds like: A school that helps students afford their cost of attendance without needing student loans. Financial aid... read more

How To Get Emergency Student Loans at the Last Minute

January 28, 2023

Emergency student loans are available to those experiencing unexpected financial hardship, whether due to a job loss, a death in the family or any life... read more

Guide to Military Student Loan Forgiveness and Repayment

January 27, 2023

Serving your country could help reduce or eliminate your student loan debt. Members of the armed forces can seek out loan relief through military student... read more

How to Pay for College Without Your Parents’ Help

January 27, 2023

Whether you’re completely on your own or receiving partial assistance from your parents, it’s crucial to know how to pay for college without parental support.... read more

What is a 529 Plan, and Should I Get One?

January 22, 2023

Building a college fund with a 529 plan can allow you to save tax-free money and help reduce your need for student loans. Contributions can... read more

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