Becca Stanek, The Week US
Becca Stanek has worked as an editor and writer in the personal finance space since 2017. She previously served as a deputy editor and later a managing editor overseeing investing and savings content at LendingTree and as an editor at the financial startup SmartAsset, where she focused on retirement- and financial-adviser-related content. Before that, she was a staff writer at The Week, primarily contributing to Speed Reads.
She currently works as a freelance writer and editor while she earns her MFA in creative writing from Queens University in Charlotte, North Carolina. Becca earned her bachelor's degree in English Writing at DePauw University. During her freelance tenure, her work has appeared in publications including Forbes, SoFi, Credible, Atticus, Policygenius, MoneyMade, and Finance of America Mortgage, among others. She has covered a wide range of financial topics, including investing, saving and budgeting, banking, retirement, mortgages, student loans, personal loans, insurance, financial advisers, the Federal Reserve, and credit cards.
Becca lives in Valatie, New York, with her husband and their dog, Matilda, where you can most often find her at the yoga studio, the library or outdoors.
Latest articles by Becca Stanek, The Week US
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3 tips to lower your household bills
The Explainer Prices on everything from eggs to auto insurance to rent have increased — but there are ways to make your bills more manageable
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What's next for US interest rates?
The Explainer Two rate cuts so far, with more likely to come
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What are the risks of online sports betting?
The Explainer It's all fun and games until there are real financial stakes involved
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How to minimize capital gains tax on investments
The Explainer It can take a chunk out of your profits
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How to handle financial anxiety ahead of the holiday season
The explainer Between travel, gifts and seasonal sales, it will be tempting to stretch your budget
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What are high-deductible health insurance plans, and when do they make sense?
The Explainer Recent years have seen a growth of HDHPs, which offer lower monthly premiums but require customers to pay more out of pocket for care
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What to know ahead of the next FAFSA rollout
The Explainer The FAFSA application process is no longer running the way it did before last year's big shakeup
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4 risks to know about when using payment apps
The Explainer Payment apps like PayPal, Venmo, Cash App and Zelle are more popular than ever — but are they safe to use?
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How to enjoy eating out without breaking your budget
The Explainer Save money by hitting happy hours, splitting the bill and putting a limit on drinks
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When does it make sense to refinance your student loans?
The Explainer Refinancing involves moving your existing student loans into one new loan, which can streamline how many different payments you are juggling each month.
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How does changing jobs affect your 401(k)?
The Explainer Navigate the switch without negative effects on your retirement savings
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When will America's rental prices come down?
The Explainer Things may finally be cooling off
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The Explainer There are certain times within the month or even on certain days of the week that can help you score a more competitive deal
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How do cash-back apps work and are they worth it?
The Explainer Put a percentage of the amount you spend back in your pocket
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The pros and cons of giving your kid an allowance
The Explainer The practice can teach children important lessons about managing their money
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How can you save on homeowners insurance?
The Explainer With the rise in extreme weather, house protection is a non-negotiable
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What should you consider when choosing a financial adviser?
The Explainer The right person can be a big help with financial planning, investing, taxes and more
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Should you lease your next car?
The explainer To buy or to lease, that is the question
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Where should you stash your savings after the Fed rate cut?
The Explainer You will not be earning as much on savings rates, so you may want to make some changes
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The pros and cons of investing in crypto
The Explainer Should you hop on board the cryptocurrency train?
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3 tips for using credit cards without racking up debt
The Explainer When used responsibly, these pieces of plastic can have some real benefits
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What are the options for covering long-term care?
The explainer Nursing homes are expensive, but there are smart ways to start saving
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How do presidential elections affect the stock market?
The explainer If you are worried, take heart: Market changes in response to what is happening politically are likely to be short-term
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4 benefits first-time homebuyers should know about
The explainer Home prices are dropping and this fall is looking particularly buyer-friendly
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