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.

Articles by Jill A. Chafin

Best Restaurant Business Loans in 2024

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Can I Use a Personal Credit Card for Business Expenses?

If you’re concerned about the legal implications of personal credit cards used for business expenses, rest assured it’s an acceptable and fairly common practice. However,... read more

Best Alternative Lending Options

If you’re struggling to get a small business loan from a traditional bank or credit union, alternative lending might help you secure the capital you... read more

The Complete Guide to Federal Student Loans

For students who need to fund their college education, federal student loans are more advantageous than private student loans. The reasons include lower interest rates,... 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

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