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Melissa Cook

Melissa has a degree in English and marketing from University of California Irvine. She is a creative and accomplished content writer and editor with comprehensive experience developing rich, compelling content for a variety of websites. With her expertise in writing a broad range of content, combined with outstanding interpersonal skills and commitment to exploring innovative ideas, Melissa has done an excellent job developing content for blogs, articles, social media, and the company website. When she is not writing, Melissa spends most of her time cooking, traveling the world, and catching her favorite Broadway shows.


How To Calculate Compound and Simple Interest

Updated Oct 05, 2023
By Melissa Cook
How To Calculate Compound and Simple Interest

Understanding how to calculate compound and simple interest is like possessing a financial compass—it helps you plan your financial goals and work towards them. Here, we'll show you...

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What Is An ACH Transfer? (And Common Misconceptions)

Updated Sep 28, 2023
By Melissa Cook
What Is An ACH Transfer? (And Common Misconceptions)

From everyday transactions to payroll deposits and online bill payments, ACH transfers have simplified the process of transferring funds between accounts. Here's everything you should know...

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CD vs Savings Account: How to Make the Right Choice

Updated Sep 28, 2023
By Melissa Cook
CD vs Savings Account: How to Make the Right Choice

The CD vs. savings account debate is popular today as interest rates are high, and consumers wonder how to save or invest their money. Here are some insights to help you make the best...

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How Much Should I Save Each Month? A Simple Practice For Financial Wellness

Updated Sep 22, 2023
By Melissa Cook
How Much Should I Save Each Month? A Simple Practice For Financial Wellness

A fundamental principle of personal finance is the practice of allocating a portion of your income to savings. Yet, calculating the optimal monthly savings amount can pose a challenge...

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Are You Eligible? Biden’s Plan for Student Loan Forgiveness (Update)

Updated Sep 15, 2023
By Melissa Cook
Are You Eligible? Biden’s Plan for Student Loan Forgiveness (Update)

If you're wrestling with student loan debt, you've likely been paying attention to President Biden's new Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan. Here's everything you should know...

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Debt Avalanche vs. Debt Snowball: Choosing the Right Strategy to Erase Your Debts

Updated Aug 28, 2023
By Melissa Cook
Debt Avalanche vs. Debt Snowball: Choosing the Right Strategy to Erase Your Debts

Both of these strategies are designed to accelerate your debt repayment journey, but they take different approaches. Which one is right for you will largely depend on your debt...

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Unpaid Cell Phone Bill Collections: Understanding the Statute of Limitations

Updated Aug 21, 2023
By Melissa Cook
Unpaid Cell Phone Bill Collections: Understanding the Statute of Limitations

If you've recently received a call or mail piece regarding unpaid cell phone bill collections, it's crucial to know your rights and the statute of limitations, because you may not have to pay...

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Benefits and Drawbacks to Home Equity Loans: Is it Right for You?

Updated Mar 14, 2023
By Melissa Cook
Benefits and Drawbacks to Home Equity Loans: Is it Right for You?

A home equity loan is a type of loan that allows homeowners to borrow against the equity they have built up in their homes. The loan is secured by the home, which means that...

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Charge-Off

Updated Mar 14, 2023
By Melissa Cook
Charge-Off

A Charge-Off is a financial term used to describe a situation where a creditor writes off an outstanding debt as uncollectible. In simpler terms, it means that the creditor has given up on...

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