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Andrew Pentis

Andrew Pentis

Andrew Pentis

1year covering personal finance

6+ articles on LendingTree

Andrew Pentis is a writer specializing in personal finance and paying for college. Andrew earned his degree from Arizona State University Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Communication. His work has appeared in about 40 publications.

Latest Articles by Andrew Pentis

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Americans’ Biggest Financial Turnoffs

Americans’ Biggest Financial Turnoffs: Relying on Parents for Money, Unemployment and Debt

1 in 4 Americans says a money-related topic has been a dating deal breaker in…

February 14, 2022

25 min read

Survey: Going Into Debt Trying to Buy Happiness

43% of Americans Have Gone Into Debt Trying to Buy Happiness, While 33% Say Money Makes Them Happier Than Love

If money is a means to an end, the desired end for most of us…

January 18, 2022

24 min read

42% Cried About Money During Pandemic

42% of Americans Cried About Money During the Pandemic; Income Loss Most Common Reason

Our survey found more than 4 in 10 Americans cried over their financial situation during…

August 19, 2021

23 min read

How to Write a Personal Loan Agreement

How to Write a Personal Loan Agreement

A personal loan agreement is a contract between two parties, generally a borrower and a…

December 17, 2018

24 min read

Build an Emergency Fund vs. Pay Off Debt

Should You Build an Emergency Fund or Pay Off Debt?

In general, building an emergency fund should be your priority. However, your personal situation will…

March 19, 2018

25 min read

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