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

How Does Trading in a Car Work? Here Are 6 Steps

Trading in your old car at a dealership can help reduce the price of a new vehicle and potentially get you a nice tax break.... read more

Best Personal Loans for Students in 2024

Personal loans can help students cover expenses beyond their financial aid or student loan budget. The best personal loans for students come with low interest... read more

Student Loan Forgiveness: Programs for Relief As Repayment Restarts

Student loan forgiveness can wipe out part or all of your student loan debt. Each forgiveness program has its own requirements, some more stringent than... read more

What Is the Cost of Owning a Car?

Figuring out the specific costs of owning a car can help you budget accordingly. Many factors contribute to the total cost of ownership, such as... read more

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