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LendingTree is compensated by companies on this site and this compensation may impact how and where offers appear on this site (such as the order). LendingTree does not include all lenders, savings products, or loan options available in the marketplace.
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LendingTree is an advertising-supported comparison service. The site features products from our partners as well as institutions which are not advertising partners. While we make an effort to include the best deals available to the general public, we make no warranty that such information represents all available products. We are compensated by companies on this site and this compensation may impact how and where offers appear on this site (such as the order).
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Dawn Papandrea

Freelance Writer

Dawn Papandrea is a long-time freelance writer and a regular contributor to LendingTree. She enjoys covering personal finance topics that demystify money matters and help consumers save more, improve their credit, and make smarter financial decisions.

Her work has appeared in major financial websites and publications including U.S. News & World Report, Investopedia, BankRate, and others, and she provides editorial services for banks and other financial brands.

When she’s not writing, Dawn is applying what she’s learned from her expert sources over the years to her own family finances, from figuring out the best credit card to use for groceries (it’s the American Express Blue Cash Preferred, hands down!), to helping her young adult sons navigate student loans and Roth IRAs.

Specialties

  • Credit cards
  • Saving money
  • Consumer issues
  • Managing debt

Achievements

  • Two decades of professional writing experience
  • 10+ years covering personal finance
  • Frequent panelist on Experian’s #CreditChat series on X
  • American Society of Journalists and Authors Writing Award Winner

Education

  • MA in journalism, New York University
  • BA in English, St. John’s University

Dawn’s thoughts on navigating the cash crunch

“You shouldn’t feel like you have to give up all of life’s pleasures in the name of being financially responsible. The key is finding the right balance between enjoying life and safeguarding your financial future, and it’s all about progress over perfection. Educating yourself, using the financial tools available to you, and keeping tabs on your finances can help you make incremental improvements that stack up over time while also leaving room for the occasional splurge.”

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Articles by Dawn Papandrea

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Buying your first home is a huge milestone — but for many Virginians, the financial hurdles can be tough to overcome. Upfront expenses, such as... read more

How Spring Airfare Costs Have Changed — and Where They’re Highest

Spring break is almost here, with many Americans planning getaways. A new LendingTree study revealed that spring air travel in 2024 was more affordable than... read more

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