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Emilia Benton

Emilia Benton is a personal finance writer and editor based in Houston. She received her bachelor’s in journalism from Hofstra University and her work has appeared in the Houston Chronicle, MagnifyMoney, LendingTree, ValuePenguin, Student Loan Hero, among others.

Articles by Emilia Benton

Earnest Personal Loan Review

Earnest no longer directly funds personal loans. Instead, the company partners with Fiona — a loan search engine — to offer a marketplace that matches... read more

Home Equity Loan vs. Personal Loan: Which is Better for You?

If you need money to pay off maxed-out credit cards, make some long overdue home improvements or you just need a cash cushion, you might... read more

What is a Credit Freeze and How Is It Done?

A credit freeze makes your credit report inaccessible to lenders, which can help prevent identity theft. Even if a criminal has pertinent information, such as... read more

How a Missed Payment Affects Your Credit Score

A late payment can drop your credit score by as much as 180 points and may stay on your credit reports for up to seven... read more

What is a Good Credit Score?

Navigating the world of credit can be tricky, and many consumers wonder, “What is a good credit score?” Typically, a good credit score is defined... read more

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