Theresa Stevens

Theresa Stevens is a staff writer for LendingTree who specializes in mortgages, small business loans and general personal finance. She was previously a financial advisor and financial coach.

She started her career in financial services as a financial coach for an economic development nonprofit, where she helped her clients create budgets, pay off debt and improve their credit. She later moved to a financial planning firm, where she assisted clients with their cash flow, savings and investment needs. In 2021, she pivoted her career and became a freelance writer specializing in personal finance.

When she’s not writing, you’ll find Theresa exploring new places and restaurants, listening to live music or enjoying a quiet day at home with her husband and dog.

Specialties

• Mortgages
• Small business financing
• Personal finance

Achievements

• 5 years of experience in the financial services industry
• 3+ years of personal finance writing experience
• Bylines in Forbes Advisor, Bankrate and USA TODAY Blueprint

Education

• BA, Suffolk University