Allison Martin

Senior Writer

Allison Martin is a syndicated financial writer and Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI) with more than a decade of experience covering mortgages, credit, and refinancing. Her bylines and licensed articles have appeared in The Wall Street Journal, TIME, CBS News, the New York Post, and MSN.

Allison Martin

Latest posts by Allison

Where Can I Cash a Cashier’s Check?

How Much Should I Save Each Month?

What a Mortgage Broker Can Do for You, and When to Skip One

What Do You Need to Open a Bank Account?

How to Avoid PMI and Remove It From Your Mortgage

What Credit Score Is Needed to Lease a Car?

How to Dispute Your Equifax Credit Report

How to Get a 0% APR Car Loan in 2026

Subsidized vs. Unsubsidized Student Loans: What’s the Difference?

How to Dispute Your TransUnion Credit Report in 2026

First-Time Homebuyer Guide: Essential Tips & Tricks

15 Smart Ways to Save for a Down Payment on a House in 2026

How to Buy a House With Bad Credit in 2026: 10 Proven Steps

FHA Loan Requirements for 2026: What You Need to Qualify

IRA vs. 401(k): Choosing the Best Option for Retirement

How to Buy Stocks in 5 Easy Steps

How to Get a Car Loan in 6 Easy Steps

What Is the True Cost of Owning a Car?

How to Create a Budget in 5 Simple Steps

How to Get Something Removed From Your Credit Report