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Michelle Lambright Black

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As seen in: MSN, MSN Canada, The New York Times Magazine, Yahoo Life, Business Insider, Business Insider Singapore, Forbes, Forbes Advisor, USA TODAY Blueprint, Yahoo News and
Covers:  Credit Reporting, Scoring, and Improvement Identity Theft Personal Finance Financing (Mortgages, Credit Cards, Personal Loans, Student Loans, Business Credit, etc.) Credit Card Rewards Travel
#Credit Expert, #FreelanceWriter, Credit & Finance Writer, #Travel #Writer, Expert Witness, #Speaker // Words in @myfico, @forbesadvisor, @thepointsguy, etc.

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Michelle Lambright Black’s Biography

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Michelle Lambright Black is a:
–Credit Expert with 20+ Years of Experience
–Freelance Writer with Experience Covering Many Topics
–Speaker
–Founder at CreditWriter.com

Topics I write and speak about include:
Credit Reporting and Scoring
Identity Theft
Budgeting and Living Frugally
Financing (Mortgages, Credit Cards, Personal Loans, Student Loans, Business Credit, etc.)
Credit Card Rewards
Personal Finance
Small Business
Parenting
Hotel and Airline Loyalty Programs
Travel

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Michelle Lambright Black’s Journalist Portfolio

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What is fair credit, and what does it mean if you have it?

What is fair credit, and what does it mean if you have it?

A fair credit score means you may struggle to get approved for financing and may be charged higher interest r…

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What Is a Perfect Credit Score and How to Get One

What Is a Perfect Credit Score and How to Get One

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I Used to Hate Annual-Fee Credit Cards - Here's Why I Was Wrong

I Used to Hate Annual-Fee Credit Cards - Here's Why I Was Wrong

Many people learn about the importance of their credit after making mistakes and rebuilding. My story is diff…

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Is There Such a Thing as Guaranteed Approval for Bad Business Credit? | Nav

Is There Such a Thing as Guaranteed Approval for Bad Business Credit? | Nav

Loan applications and bad credit are like oil and vinegar - they don't mix together well. Whether you're sear…

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Can Mortgage Lenders Discriminate Against Mothers on Maternity Leave? Here's What You Need To Kno...

Can Mortgage Lenders Discriminate Against Mothers on Maternity Leave? Here's What You Need To Kno...

Here's what you need to know about maternity leave discrimination.

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Chase Freedom® vs. Chase Freedom Unlimited®: A Side-by-Side Review

Chase Freedom® vs. Chase Freedom Unlimited®: A Side-by-Side Review

This post references products from one or more of our partners. We may receive compensation when you apply th…

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How much you should save before you buy a car​? Original

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By Michelle Lambright Black 
| Yahoo Finance
For most Americans, having reliable transportation is a must. So, when the time comes to replace your current vehicle (or buy your first car), it’s important to figure out how much money you need to save in advance. There are numerous costs associated with buying a new or used car. Unfortunately, there’s no hard and fast answer to how much money you need to save for a car purchase since it’s different for everyone.
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4 common credit score myths

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By Michelle Lambright Black 
| The Points Guy
The cards we feature here are from partners who compensate us when you are approved through our site, and this may impact how or where these products appear. We don’t cover all available credit cards, but our analysis, reviews, and opinions are entirely from our editorial team. Terms apply to the offers listed on this page. Please view our advertising policy and product review methodology for more information.
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Shoppers Are Seeing an Egg Shortage Right Now-Here's Why

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By Michelle Lambright Black 
| Taste Of Home
Anadolu/Getty Images Home Food News Grocery Stores Anadolu/Getty Images Published on Nov. 25, 2024 Save Saved Saving Shoppers have noticed an egg shortage throughout the country. Factors like avian flu and egg supply may be to blame. Now Trending It’s been tough to shop for groceries since 2020. Most Americans have struggled to shop on a budget because of higher costs.
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Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes

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I prefer to be pitched via email.

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Twitter

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