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Jessica Walrack

Jessica Walrack is a personal finance writer at SuperMoney, The Simple Dollar, Interest.com, Commonbond, Bankrate, NextAdvisor, Guardian, Personalloans.org and many others. She specializes in taking personal finance topics like loans, credit cards, and budgeting, and making them accessible and fun.

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The Average Pharmacist Student Loan Debt in 2024 Will Surprise You

Published 05/29/2019 by Jessica Walrack

According to the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP), nearly 85% of students borrow money to pay for their pharmacy degree. Further, the average pharmacist student loan debt is $166,528 by the time they graduate (source).

Can I Get a Loan Without a Bank Account?

Published 05/06/2019 by Jessica Walrack

Yes, you can get a loan without a bank account, but you will only have limited options and it could get expensive. Even if you think you won’t qualify, consider applying a checking account. Here is our list of the best checking accounts currently available.

Do you need car insurance, but only for a short span of time? Maybe you are renting a car, or borrowing one from a friend, or just need some supplemental coverage for a road trip. If so, you may be wondering what short-term car insurance is, and whether it’s right for you.

How common are money transfer scams in the U.S.?

Traveler’s Checks Alternatives: The Definitive Guide

Published 05/02/2019 by Jessica Walrack

The first ever traveler’s check was issued on January 1, 1772, by the London Credit Exchange Company. It came into being long before the first credit card in 1958. The question is, are traveler’s checks obsolete or do they still have a place in modern travel?

Complete Guide to Loans on Prepaid Debit Cards

Published 04/30/2019 by Jessica Walrack

What is a prepaid debit card loan, and should you get one?

Do Private Student Loans Have a Statute of Limitations?

Published 04/16/2019 by Jessica Walrack

When you default on a private student loan and can’t repay it, how long can the lender pursue you to collect the balance? What is the statute of limitations on private student loans?

Why Is My Debit Card Declined When I Have Money?

Published 04/16/2019 by Jessica Walrack

If your debit card was declined and you want to know why, this article will tell you the most likely causes. If you want to know how to avoid getting your card declined again, this post will tell you how. We’ll review 10 common reasons debit cards get declined, from insufficient funds to funds in the wrong account.

Opening a Joint Account: The Definitive Guide

Published 04/15/2019 by Jessica Walrack

Have you reached a point in life where you are ready to share a financial account with another person? Maybe it’s a business partner, a friend, a romantic partner, or a child. If so, opening a joint account may be the right move for you. However, before you do so, there are some risks and benefits you should consider.

Student Loan Default: The Definitive Guide

Published 04/05/2019 by Jessica Walrack

Student loan default is becoming increasingly common, particularly among people with smaller student debt amounts. Did you take out a private student loan with the best of intentions, only to find yourself in over your head? You’re not alone. More than one million people every year struggle to keep up with their loan payments and fall into default.

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