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Erika Giovanetti

Erika Giovanetti is a personal finance reporter whose work has been featured in the New York Times, NPR, CNBC, CBS News, Fox Business, the Today Show and many more. Erika is passionate about helping consumers make informed decisions with their money. She specializes in personal loans, consumer debt, budgeting and spending, medical billing, predatory lending and finance apps.

Articles by Erika Giovanetti

Nearly Half of Pet Owners Have Been in Debt for Their Pet

Pets provide loyal, loving companionship ─ maybe that’s why 69% of Americans own a pet. But between recurring costs like food and unexpected expenses like... read more

People of Color in U.S. Face Disproportionate Financial Challenges Amid Pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has caused financial hardship for many, but it’s disproportionately affecting people of color, a September 2020 LendingTree survey of more than 2,000... read more

43% of Americans Driven Into Debt Over Car Troubles

Your monthly auto loan payment is just a fraction of the true cost of car ownership. Drivers need to consider auto insurance, routine maintenance and... read more

Places With the Most Payday Lenders Tend to Be Low-Income Communities

The coronavirus pandemic has left millions of Americans unemployed and financially insecure. When consumers can’t make ends meet and need a quick fix for their... read more

3 in 10 Engaged Couples Will Take on Debt for Their Wedding

When a couple says their wedding vows, they commit to a lifelong union of their aspirations, life goals and finances. However, many couples kick off... read more

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