Laura Adams is a money expert and spokesperson for Finder. She's one of the nation’s leading personal finance and business authorities. As an award-winning author and host of the top-rated Money Girl podcast since 2008, millions of readers, listeners, and loyal fans benefit from her practical advice. Laura is a trusted source for media and has been featured on most major news outlets, including ABC, Bloomberg, CBS, Consumer Reports, Forbes, Fortune, FOX, Money, MSN, NBC, NPR, NY Times, USA Today, US News, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, and more. She received an MBA from the University of Florida and lives in Vero Beach, Florida. Her mission is to empower consumers to live healthy and rich lives by making the most of what they have, planning for the future, and making smart money decisions every day.
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5 tips to build great credit using credit cards
Plus, how many credit cards should you have?
8 investing tips every beginner should know
If you’re new to investing, you need to read this.
Should you prepay a mortgage or invest extra money?
Comparing investment returns vs. mortgage savings.
9 ways to build emergency funds using a high-yield savings account (HYSA)
What you need to know about preparing for unexpected expenses.
Money market deposit vs. savings account — Which is better?
Where should you be putting your money?
6 things to know before investing in a brokerage account
From knowing how much you have in savings to understanding the tax implications that come with investing.
Got married or divorced? 5 insurance changes to make now
What to do with your insurance when you say "I do" ... or "I don't anymore."
Did you know a 7-year-old law might mean you’ll pay more in taxes in 2026?
5 tips to cut taxes even if the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act expires.
9 situations you should never use a debit card
Debit or credit: what should you be using and when is it time to put the debit card away?
7 things every successful investor should know
Smart investments moves you need to know about.