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Carissa Chesanek

Carissa Chesanek is a personal finance writer with several years of experience covering credit cards, personal loans and student loans. She holds a Master’s in Journalism and has covered finance topics in publications, including MagnifyMoney, LendingTree, StudentLoanHero, PSFK and The Points Guy.

Articles by Carissa Chesanek

FHA Loan Limits in Vermont

If you’re shopping for a new home in Vermont, you may consider applying for an FHA loan. These home loans are popular with many homebuyers... read more

FHA Loan Limits in Arkansas

FHA loans are backed by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) with specific loan limits on home loans. The FHA loan limit for single-family homes in... read more

FHA Loan Limits in Illinois

Illinois homebuyers who are considering applying for home loan backed by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) should know there are limits on how much they... read more

Newtek Business Loans Review

  Starting rate: Not disclosed   Best for: Established businesses looking for large lending amounts and customized financing solutions. Pros and cons of Newtek ProsCons... read more

Credit Union Business Loans: Everything You Need to Know

Credit unions offer business loans, similar to traditional banks and online lenders, but they often have fewer branches and may have stricter financial requirements. Credit... read more