Kat Tretina

Kat Tretina is a personal finance writer focused on helping people pay down debt and boost their incomes. Her own experience paying off $35,000 student loans ahead of schedule thanks to side hustles helps inform her writing on debt repayment, student loans and investing topics. Her work has been featured in publications like The Huffington Post, MarketWatch, Business Insider, and more.

Articles by Kat Tretina

How to Start a Side Hustle (And Which One to Choose)

Learning how to start a side hustle could be your solution if you need extra income. There are many side gigs to choose from, although... read more

Financial Aid Disbursement: How It Works

Financial aid disbursement is when your loans or grants are paid out at the beginning of each semester. Typically, issuers send your financial aid funds... read more

Can You Return Unused Student Loan Money?

If you realize you borrowed too much money to pay for college, you may wonder how to return unused student loan money. Depending on loan... read more

How Does Student Loan Interest Work?

If you have student loan debt, you know how quickly your balance can grow due to interest charges. But how does student loan interest work?... read more

How to Lower Your Student Loan Payments

Learning how to lower student loan payments can be a lifesaver if you’re struggling to afford your bills. Fortunately, you don’t have to be stuck... read more