About Jerry Brown, CFEI®
Current Role
Personal finance writer
Expertise
- Credit
- Debt Management
- Personal Loans
- Student Loans
Achievements
- Plutus Award Nominee For Best Social Media For Personal Finance
Degrees
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration and business management from the University of New Orleans
Personal Finance Experience
Jerry has more than four years of experience writing about personal finance for various publications. He started a blog called Peerless Money Mentor in 2017 to share his financial journey. His mission is to help others master their finances so they can live better lives.
In 2024, Jerry earned his Certified Financial Education Instructor℠ (CFEI®) designation.
Latest from Jerry Brown, CFEI®
Can Debt Relief Help With Student Loans?
If you’re overwhelmed by private student loan payments and wondering whether debt relief can help, the short answer is yes, but only in...
Louisiana HELOC Rates and Lenders
If you’re looking for a home equity line of credit (HELOC) in Louisiana, comparing rates from multiple lenders can help you save significant...
Apps Like Empower
Empower is a fintech company that offers various financial products, including cash advances and lines of credit. If you need to access cash...
How to Calculate Your Minimum Student Loan Payment
When repaying your student loans, the minimum payment is the lowest amount you can pay...
Can You Make Principal-Only Payments on Student Loans?
When you make minimum monthly payments on your student loans, a portion goes toward the...
What Is the Best Way to Pay Off a HELOC?
A home equity line of credit, or HELOC, is a flexible tool that allows you to borrow against your home’s equity. But if...
Income-Based Personal Loans
Lenders that offer income-based personal loans focus more on your income than your credit score. This option might be an excellent choice if...
No-Origination-Fee Personal Loans
An origination fee is a one-time upfront fee a lender may charge to process your personal loan application. The cost of this fee...
Why You Need a Personal Loan Agreement Between Family Members or Friends
Borrowing money from family or friends can be a terrific alternative to traditional loans, offering...
How to Get a $60,000 Personal Loan
Personal loans are fixed-rate monthly installment products. You can use a $60,000 personal loan for just about any legal reason, including debt consolidation...