Emilia Benton

Emilia Benton

Contributing Writer/Copy Editor

8years covering personal finance

10+ articles on LendingTree

Education
  • Bachelor of Arts, Hofstra University

Emilia Benton is a journalist, writer and editor based in Denver. S

he has served as a freelance copy editor and fact-checker for LendingTree since 2018 and has more than 15 years of experience covering a variety of topics, including personal finance, education and health and wellness. She was previously a copy editor and staff writer at the Houston Chronicle.

Her work has appeared in other consumer outlets, including Yahoo, SELF, Runner's World and Women's Health. She is also a 15-time marathoner and USA Track & Field-certified run coach.