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Christy Rakoczy

Christy Rakoczy has been a personal finance and legal writer since 2008. She has a Juris Doctor degree from UCLA School of Law and was a college instructor before she began writing for the web.

About Christy Rakoczy

Current Role

Personal finance writer

Expertise

  • Student Loans
  • Mortgages
  • Insurance

Achievements

  • CALI Excellence For The Future Award Winner

Degrees

  • Bachelor's degree and certificate of business management from the University of Rochester, Juris Doctor from UCLA School of Law

Personal Finance Experience

Christy began her writing career in 2008 producing informational websites for attorneys after working for several years as a college instructor.

She soon transitioned into the field of personal finance, putting her law degree and business certification to use helping people better manage their money. Christy writes about all aspects of financial management, from learning how to budget to managing student loans.

Latest from Christy Rakoczy

Discover Personal Loans Review

Discover Personal Loans are great for borrowers with good to excellent credit. They'll receive reasonable interest rate, no fees, and flexibility in their...

Pave Personal Loan Review

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Prosper Personal Loans Review

Prosper loans are posted for individual investors to fund. Borrowers can qualify for a Prosper personal loan even if their credit isn't perfect,...

Cash-Out Refinance Calculator: How Much Could You Get?

A cash-out refinance loan allows you to refinance your current mortgage and turn home equity...

Mortgage Refinance Calculator: How Much Could You Save?

Refinancing a home makes sense if you can lower your monthly payments or take out...

Refinance Car Loan Calculator: How Much Could You Save?

An auto refinance loan might save you money on your car loan. Use our car...

Boat Loan Calculator: Estimate Your Payments

The cost of boat financing will be determined based on how much you borrow, the length of your loan, and your interest rates....

loanDepot Mortgage Review

Looking for help from a mortgage loan officer while still submitting documents online? loanDepot may be the ideal choice. loanDepot offers mortgage loans...

American Express Personal Loans Review

Pre-approved American Express cardholders can obtain personal loans with a competitive APR. You can receive a decision on your application within seconds.

No Income Verification Mortgages: Home Loans Without Documentation

You are usually required to provide proof of income when applying for a mortgage loan....