About Amanda Hankel
Current Role
Managing editor, LendEDU
Expertise
- Writing
- Editing
- Digital Publishing
Degrees
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Wisconsin
Personal Finance Experience
Amanda pursued a journalism degree because she loved to ask questions. Learning about a subject she had previously known nothing about and then bringing that story to life in a useful and interesting piece of content was her dream.
And she has spent the last 15 years of her career doing just that.
She began her editing career as a trade magazine editor covering various specific and technical topics—from manufacturing to surgery—before moving into SEO and book publishing, where she gained firm experience covering finance-related topics such as real estate investing, insurance, and retirement planning.
Amanda joined LendEDU in 2023 to continue the pursuit of her passion—taking often difficult-to-grasp concepts and figuring out how to best present them in a useful and understandable way to the people who need that information most.
Latest from Amanda Hankel
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Prodigy Finance Student Loans Review
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How to Refinance Student Loans With Bad Credit
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Should I Refinance My Student Loans? How to Decide
If you are eligible for a lower interest rate than what you are currently paying...
Huntington Bank Personal Loan Review: Large Secured Loans but Limited Reach
If you’re looking to take out a personal loan, Huntington Bank could be a good...
Lemonade Renters Insurance Review
For customers who are looking for low-cost, basic renters insurance, Lemonade may be a good choice. Potential customers can receive quotes and sign...
Can You Refinance Student Loans If You’re Self-Employed?
Although you might need to prove your income in different ways, self-employed individuals have options...