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Mar 27, 2024
Dori Zinn
Contributor, Personal Finance
Dori Zinn is a contributor to Bankrate covering personal finance, personal loans, student loans, student financial aid and investing, among other topics. Since graduating college in a recession, she has covered various parts of the personal finance space, including banking, budgeting, investing and real estate, for more than a decade. She has also contributed to CNET and has been featured in Forbes, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Yahoo and other outlets. She loves teaching people about money.
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How a government shutdown could affect student aid
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How much house can I afford with a $160,000 salary?
An income of $160K will give you more options than other house-hunters.
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Fractional real estate investing: Pros and cons
If you don’t have the capital, fractional real estate investing might be worth it.
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9 financial influencers to follow on social media
These 9 finance influencers are a great place to start.
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7 things financial pros say you should never do with your investments
Regardless of how much money you have, it can be easy to fall into investment traps.
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6 frequently asked questions about Social Security benefits
While the program is widely used, it can be difficult to navigate.
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