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

How To Claim the Student Loan Interest Deduction

Is student loan interest deductible? Yes it is. If you took out student loans to cover educational expenses, you might be eligible for the student... read more

What Can You Use Student Loans For?

Technically, you’re supposed to only use student loan funds on qualified educational expenses, such as tuition, books, and room and board. However, lenders rarely track... read more

What is a Microloan and How Can Your Business Get One?

Microloans are similar to traditional business loans — however, as the name suggests, they come in smaller amounts, typically up to $50,000. Microloans for small... read more

Yes, You Can Get Financial Aid as a Part-Time Student — Here’s How

As college costs rise, many students are looking for ways to get a higher education without going broke. One approach is to attend school part... read more

Grad PLUS Loan: 7 Things to Know Before You Apply

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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