Jill A. Chafin

Staff Writer

  • Expertise: Personal finance, small business loans
  • Education: Whitireia Community Polytechnic, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

 


Jill A. Chafin is a staff writer at LendingTree, where she covers a variety of personal finance and small business topics. Her work has appeared on the Motley Fool’s Blueprint, How-to Geek’s Life Savvy, as well as her own blog.

Before joining LendingTree, Jill spent 20+ years as a freelance writer and editor. She has received multiple awards for her creative writing, with pieces published in literary anthologies such as the Personal Story Publishing Project. She has experience running her own business and loves helping others pursue their entrepreneurial dreams.

Jill earned a writing certification from the Whitireia Community Polytechnic in New Zealand and a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Articles by Jill A. Chafin

SmartBiz Business Loan Review

 Estimated interest range: Starting rates of 9.99% to 11.25% depending on product Best for: Businesses who don’t mind paying extra fees to save time researching individual... read more

Financing Options for Pharmacies

Many communities rely on independent pharmacies to meet their unique needs, although  keeping profits up against the big-name competitors can be tough. Pharmacy loans can... read more

How to Refinance a Car Loan in 6 Steps

Refinancing your car loan to a lower rate could save you money on interest and reduce your monthly bill. You can use the savings toward... read more

Personal Loan Requirements and How to Meet Them

You can use a personal loan for a range of purposes, such as to cover emergency expenses or to consolidate high-interest debt. While personal loan... read more

What Credit Score Is Needed to Buy a Car?

While there is no set credit score to get an auto loan, a majority of approved borrowers have scores above 660. Having a low credit... read more

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