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Jenn Jones

Senior Writer

  • Expertise: Personal finance, mortgages and auto loans
  • Education: University of Virginia

 


 

Jenn Jones is a former senior writer at LendingTree, where she focused on a variety of personal finance topics. Her work has been featured on MSN, F&I Magazine and Automotive News.

Previously a finance manager at World Car dealerships and an editor at Standard & Poor’s Money Market Directory, she has a wide range of experience in personal finance and a deep interest in sharing knowledge that empowers others. She’s also served as a freelance translator, writer and researcher.

Jenn graduated from the University of Virginia with a B.S. in commerce and a B.A. in Chinese language and literature.

Articles by Jenn Jones

How Much Will I Pay in Capital Gains Tax on a Home Sale?

Uncle Sam could take a bite out of the profit you make when selling your home. The thing is, he likely won’t — most home... read more

What is Lender-Paid Mortgage Insurance?

If you don’t have a 20% down payment as a homebuyer taking out a conventional loan, you generally have to pay for private mortgage insurance.... read more

Electric Vehicle Registrations Continually Rise More Than 20%, but Demand for Larger Cars Dents Climate Impact

Electric vehicle registrations have jumped by no less than 23.1% over the past four years, according to the latest data via the U.S. Department of... read more

How to Plan a Road Trip in Your New Electric Vehicle

With gas prices near record highs, answering the call of the open road in an electric vehicle (EV) is much less expensive, but you’ll need... read more

What is a HUD Home? Here’s What You Should Know

A HUD home is a residential space that is typically sold for less than market value by the Department of Housing and Urban Development —this... read more