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

What Happens to Student Loans If You Move Abroad?

While moving abroad can open doors for new adventures and give you a fresh start, it doesn’t allow you to escape your student loan debt.... read more

What is the FAFSA?

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, better known as the FAFSA, helps potential and current college students get scholarships, grants, work-study programs and federal... read more

How To Pay Off $30,000 of Student Loans in 3 Years

Many college students end up needing at least some loans. But the long-term burden of debt can be overwhelming, with the average Class of 2021... read more

How To Get A Secured Business Loan in 2023

Secured business loans use collateral to reduce lender risk, allowing small business owners to potentially unlock more attractive rates and terms. Collateral can include cash... read more

How to Use GoFundMe for Business

GoFundMe is a crowdfunding platform that can help you get funding for your business without taking on debt. While using GoFundMe for business can help... read more

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