About Ben Luthi
Current Role
Personal finance writer
Expertise
- Credit Cards
- Consumer Credit
- Student Loans
- Personal Loans
- Mortgage Loans
- Investing
- Banking
- Budgeting
- Debt
Degrees
- Bachelor's degree in business management from Brigham Young University
Personal Finance Experience
Ben became passionate about personal finance in college when he worked a full-time job and learned how to budget to avoid taking on student loans. He ended up with a little college debt but paid it off quickly.
While in school, he interned with Northwestern Mutual, selling life insurance and creating comprehensive financial plans for his clients. After graduation, he spent time working for a regional bank and a major auto lender.
When Ben became a full-time writer, he primarily covered credit cards, particularly points and miles. He's had nearly 100 credit cards over the years and earned tens of thousands of dollars in rewards. He also wrote extensively about student loans before becoming a full-time freelancer, at which point he expanded his expertise to all things personal finance.
Latest from Ben Luthi
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If you're considering student loans for veterinary school, it's important to understand your options, how to apply, and how to pay them off.
Student Loan Forgiveness Tax Implications
If your student loans are forgiven, you may owe taxes on the canceled balance.
State Student Loans
State student loans are a form of private aid that can be used to pay for college.
Best Food Truck Loans
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Upstart Competitors and Alternatives for Personal Loans
Upstart offers flexible loan options for borrowers of all credit scores, but compare these Upstart...
Does Refinancing an Auto Loan Hurt Your Credit?
Refinancing an auto loan can save you money and reduce expenses, but it can also...
What Is a Home Equity Loan, and How Does It Work?
Home equity loans have low interest rates and long terms, making them an excellent way...
Peer-to-Peer Lending: Where to Find These Loans
Peer-to-peer loans involve borrowing money from individuals instead of traditional lenders. While they're not common,...
How Does a Private Student Loan Work?
Private student loans are more complicated than federal loans and can be difficult to obtain without a cosigner.