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Michael Kitchen

Senior Managing Editor

  • Expertise: Student loans, credit, personal loans, education, foreign language
  • Education: University of California Berkeley

 


Michael Kitchen joined Student Loan Hero in 2017 (now a part of the LendingTree family), writing and editing reports about the student debt crisis, as well as consumer debt in general. In addition to working on LendingTree articles, he also appears in print and on television and radio to offer information and suggestions about personal finance.

Prior to that, Michael spent 20 years working in news, covering beats ranging from finance and markets to politics and conflict. He has previously worked for MarketWatch, Dow Jones Newswires, Voice of America, Time Magazine, National Public Radio and others.

Articles by Michael Kitchen

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

4 Important Reasons to Avoid Early Decision If You Need Financial Aid

Although applying early decision (ED) lets you learn about your admissions decision early, it comes with a catch: If you’re accepted, you must attend the... read more

What is Credit Fraud?

Credit fraud is when someone steals one of your existing credit card accounts or uses your personal info to open a fake account in your... read more

What is the Best Credit Utilization Ratio?

Your credit utilization ratio is a number showing how much available credit you’re currently using. It plays a significant role in determining your overall credit... read more

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