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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

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

What Is ‘Adverse Credit History’ for Student Loans?

JANUARY 22, 2023

Adverse credit refers to a history of missed or late payments on previous loans or credit cards. Having an adverse credit history may affect your... read more

How to Pay for College When You’ve Hit Your Federal Student Loan Limit

JANUARY 22, 2023

While federal student loans can be a useful way to pay for college, they might not cover all your costs. The Department of Education sets... read more

Grad PLUS Loan: 7 Things to Know Before You Apply

JANUARY 22, 2023

If you need to pay for graduate school, one option to consider is a grad PLUS loan. Offered by the U.S. Department of Education, this... read more

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