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Jamie Cattanach

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As seen in: Medium, MSN, MSN Canada, MSN Singapore, The New York Times, Yahoo Life, HuffPost, TIME, TIME Stamped, USA TODAY Blueprint and
Covers:  personal finance, health, body image, disordered eating, travel
Freelance writer; good at oversharing. Tin House '22. Words at @HuffPost, @SELFmagazine, @HumanParts, @NashvilleReview and many more. Reader @The_Rumpus.

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Jamie Cattanach’s Biography

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Writer with 8+ years of experience in content marketing, SEO, reportage, brand work and all things editorial.

I've written for TIME, CNBC, HuffPost, SELF, Fodor's, Ms. Magazine, Chime, LendingTree, SoFi and ClassDojo, among others. As a CFEI®, much of my work lives in personal finance verticals, where it helps people make better financial decisions—and lead better lives.

But I am, and have always been, a writer first. I'll happily spar with you about the efficacy Oxford comma (warning: my take…

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A Wine Drinker's Guide to Climate Change Winners and Losers

A Wine Drinker's Guide to Climate Change Winners and Losers

Miami will sink. The economy will crash. And - perhaps worst of all - the breadth of our wine selection may s…

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Miles Away From Home: 25 Essential Resources for Solo Travelers

Miles Away From Home: 25 Essential Resources for Solo Travelers

Traveling alone can be daunting, but it’s also a great adventure. These 25 resources will help you make the m…

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How to Explore Portland on $100 a Day or Less

How to Explore Portland on $100 a Day or Less

The sum of Portland is greater than its quirky, pop-culture-disseminated parts, but it's certainly a place wh…

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8 Insider Tips for Buying the Best Wine You Can Find Under $15

8 Insider Tips for Buying the Best Wine You Can Find Under $15

Want to find cheap, affordable wine... every single time? Arm yourself with these 8 easy tips before you head…

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Maximize That Costly Sam's Club Membership With These Tips

Maximize That Costly Sam's Club Membership With These Tips

A Sam’s Club Membership may seem like wasted money when you can shop at Walmart for free. Here’s how you make…

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7 Blogging Tips from a PR Expert Turned Blogger

7 Blogging Tips from a PR Expert Turned Blogger

Want to be a better blogger? Here's what a PR expert has to say on the subject.

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Car Insurance Guide for New Drivers

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By Jamie Cattanach
| SoFi Learn
By Jamie Cattanach. April 09, 2025 · 7 minute read This content may include information about products, features, and/or services that may only be available through SoFi's affiliates and is intended to be educational in nature. Congrats, new driver: Hitting the open road on your own can mean freedom and just plain fun. But remember that safety comes first — and part of driving safely is having sufficient car insurance coverage.
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Debt Consolidation Loan vs Personal Loan: How to Choose

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By Jamie Cattanach
| SoFi Learn
Wondering about the difference between a debt consolidation loan vs. personal loan? It’s actually a bit of a trick question. Debt consolidation loans are, usually, simply personal loans that are used to pay off multiple existing debts. It may be marketed specifically toward debt consolidation, but it’s essentially the same type of unsecured installment loan as a personal loan. Key Points •   Debt consolidation loans are personal loans specifically used to pay off existing debts.
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How to Prequalify for a Personal Loan

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By Jamie Cattanach
| SoFi Learn
Table of Contents FAQ When you get prequalified for a personal loan, you will learn the amount you may be able to get approved for if you submit an official application. The prequalification process uses a soft credit pull, which means it doesn’t impact your credit score. A prequalification isn’t a promise to lend.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

Junior Writer at The Penny Hoarder

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Obviously -- I'm an elder Millennial. :)

Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?

I did! I was an editor. :)