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Christopher Murray

Christopher Murray is a freelance personal finance and sustainability writer. He graduated from Smith College with bachelor’s degrees in English literature and gender studies. He also served as a personal finance editor for five years.

About Christopher Murray

Current Role

Personal finance writer

Expertise

  • Small Business Finance
  • Credit Cards
  • Insurance
  • Student Loans
  • Budgeting
  • Saving

Degrees

  • Bachelor's degrees in English and gender studies from Smith College

Personal Finance Experience

In 2017, Christopher began working as a staff writer for a small financial publication. It quickly grew to become a prominent blog, and he soon became an editor. As the years went on and the company grew, he became the senior editor, leading a team of more than 20 writers.

During his time as an editor, Christopher also moonlighted as a freelance writer for several blogs. Eventually, he found the freedom that role offered impossible to deny. Today, Christopher is a full-time writer focusing on finance and sustainability.

Latest from Christopher Murray

What Is a Student Loan Grace Period?

Most student loans offer a grace period. We outline what loans qualify, how to find out whether yours does, and what you should...

How to Get a Student Loan Cosigner Release

A student loan cosigner release takes the financial burden off your cosigner and places it back on you.

What Is the Deferment for Active Cancer Treatment Act of 2017?

If you need to defer student loan payments while undergoing cancer treatments, you can if...

What Is Economic Hardship Deferment?

We lay out everything you need to know about deferring your student loan payments and offer a list of private lenders that allow...