Dori Zinn

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Personal Finance Journalist and Writer, Freelance

Fort Lauderdale

Business and Finance, U.S.

As seen in: CNN, Forbes Advisor, MSN, MSN Canada, MSN Malaysia, MSN Money Canada, MSN Singapore, Wirecutter, Business Insider, Buy Side WSJ and

Covers: banking, budgeting, borrowing/loans, fintech, retirement, estate planning, credit/debt, higher ed, family, parenting, pets, women's health,

Award-winning journalist with words in @WSJ @Forbes @nytimes & more. LaSpada's lover. Prez @blossomersmedia. Threads: @dorizinn. Bluesky: @dorizinn.bsky.social

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How to Create Your Yearly Personal Financial Plan

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Moving Costs Explained: How Much to Budget in 2025

Planning a move but not sure what it will cost? We break down the average prices for full-service movers and …

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Changes are Coming to Medicare in 2026 - What You Should Know

Big changes are coming to Medicare in 2026. Learn about the new prescription drug cap, rising Part B costs, a…

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How to Choose a Mortgage Lender in Five Steps

Looking for a home loan? Learn how to compare mortgage lenders, get preapproved, and lock in the best rate wi…

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Planning for College & Career Alongside AI | Edvisors

With the ever-evolving AI landscape, seniors and new grads need to find effective ways to work with AI as the…

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Should You Sell Your House Now or Wait? What to Consider

Mortgage rates, buyer demand and the risk of waiting too long all play a role in whether it's the right time …

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Economic Impacts Expected Due to Reduced Federal Spending

Since Inauguration Day, Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has slashed federal programs a…

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Where and How to Invest $2,000

However you get your windfall, you might suddenly find yourself with extra money. Here's how you can start in…

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How Much Does A $50,000 Annuity Pay Per Month?

Discover how much a $50,000 annuity can pay you each month. Explore payout options and external influences to…

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How the Federal Reserve Affects Mortgage Rates - and What It Means for Homebuyers in 2025

Mortgage rates are still fluctuating in 2025 as the Fed begins cutting rates. Learn how interest rate changes…

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Who Qualifies For Debt Forgiveness And How Can You Be Eligible?

Who qualifies for debt forgiveness depends on the type of debt, income, profession and other factors.

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Wells Fargo Reflect Card review: One of the best intro APRs currently available for new cardholde...

The Wells Fargo Reflect card has one of the best introductory APR offers available for purchases and balance …

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Can't Pay Your Tax Bill This Year? Here Are 5 Things You Can Do Right Now

If you owe the IRS money, you have more options than you think, including asking for a short-term extension o…

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Differences Between Short Term vs. Long Term Capital Gains

Capital gains are taxed. But whether they're short term vs long term capital gains can make a big difference …

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Gen Z is heading to trade school

Students are turning to vocational programs that can offer less debt and more job security.

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5 things you can negotiate to save money on household bills

Most of the things you pay for are negotiable. Don't say no for someone — the worst thing is that they say no…

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How covering homeowners insurance costs could help your audience

Mounting inflation isn't anything new. While inflation gets a lot of attention, there are other silent yet ex…

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How much do real estate agents cost?

Are you looking to buy a home now that mortgage rates have dropped? Here's how much a real estate agent could…

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Down Goes the Discharge

Lake Okeechobee is the largest freshwater lake in Florida and is discharging billions of gallons of polluted …

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Lessons From Grandma: Make Your Marriage Last by Talking About Money

Don't learn how to succeed in marriage by failing. Instead, learn from a couple who did it right for decades.…

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