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Alex Cook

Staff Writer

  • Expertise: Personal finance, financial planning, small business
  • Education: University of Michigan

 

Alex Cook is a former staff writer who covered various personal finance topics for LendingTree, including personal loans, small business lending, studies, surveys and assets content.

Before joining LendingTree, Alex worked as an SEO specialist for a digital marketing agency, a freelance sportswriter and a legal assistant, often applying his skills as a writer and editor.

Alex earned a bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Michigan and is based in Grand Rapids, Mich.

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Articles by Alex Cook

How Does a Credit Limit Increase Affect Your Credit Score?

February 27, 2023

Increasing the limit on a credit card gives you access to more credit, meaning you can spend more money on your card. Credit card issuers... read more

What is a Guaranteed Loan?

February 23, 2023

To receive a traditional personal loan, you’ll have to submit a formal application and the lender will then check your credit and decide whether to... read more

Does an IRS Audit Affect My Credit Score?

February 23, 2023

No, an IRS audit does not directly affect your credit score. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) doesn’t report tax debt to credit bureaus, so it... read more

How to Finance Gym Equipment

February 23, 2023

Fitness is important, but getting the right equipment can be expensive — especially if you want to do cardio indoors or start lifting weights. But... read more

How Rent Payments Can Help Lift Credit Scores

January 31, 2023

Establishing a history of consistently on-time credit and debt payments will help you build a good credit score. Rent payments often aren’t reported to credit... read more

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