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

‘Gift of College’ Review: A Gift Platform for Student Loans and 529 Plans

Looking for help to pay for college? Friends and family can pitch in for your school costs through the Gift of College platform. This popular... read more

6 Student Loans With Cosigner Release

A cosigner release allows you to remove a cosigner from your student loan once the lender’s criteria is met, allowing you to take full responsibility... read more

How to Transfer Business Ownership

There are many reasons you may decide to change or transfer business ownership. Perhaps you want to add a new partner, pursue another entrepreneurial idea,... read more

Pros and Cons of Private Student Loans

When considering student loans for college, it’s wise to max out federal loans first since they offer relatively low interest rates and flexible repayment plans.... read more

5 Alternatives to 529 Plans That Still Accelerate Your College Savings

If you’re saving for college, you might be familiar with 529 plans. A 529 college savings plan is a tax-advantaged account where you can save... read more

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