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®
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To repay $100,000 in student loans, you can choose the right repayment program, refine your...
Student Loan Consolidation vs. Refinancing: What’s the Difference?
Consolidation is the process of combining student loans into one loan. It can be done...