About Kristen Barrett, MAT
Current Role
Managing editor, LendEDU
Expertise
- Writing
- Content Design
- Proofreading
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
Certifications & Degrees
- MAT
- Bachelor’s degree in English from Thomas More University, associate's in communication from Thomas More University, master’s degree in English education from Northern Kentucky University
Personal Finance Experience
Kristen has worked as a full-time editor of personal finance content since 2015.
Her areas of interest include student loans, mortgages and home equity, and pet insurance.
Latest from Kristen Barrett, MAT
Capital One Home Equity Review
Capital One, a national bank known for its wide range of financial products, offers credit cards, auto loans, bank accounts, and more. Capital...
Prosperity Bank Home Equity Review
Prosperity Bank offers a home equity loan product for Texas and Oklahoma borrowers seeking to leverage the equity in their homes. The bank...
Precision Tax Relief Review
Precision Tax can help with various tax issues, from Offer in Compromise negotiations to annual tax preparation. Its staff of expert professionals includes...
Birch Gold Review: Is This the Gold IRA Provider for You?
Founded in 2003, Birch Gold Group helps individuals diversify their wealth with precious metals, including...
Noble Gold Review: An In-Depth Look at How to Invest in Gold and Silver
Founded in 2017 to simplify the process of precious metal investment, Noble Gold aims to...
Lower Home Equity Review
Lower’s home equity line of credit (HELOC) can give you access to a revolving line of credit that lets you borrow against the...
How to Get Rid of Navient Private Student Loans
Navigating the complexities of student loans can be daunting, especially when dealing with private loans...
Can I Transfer My Private Student Loan to Another Lender?
You’re saddled with student loan debt and wondering whether you can transfer your private student...
What Is Student Loan Refinancing?
Student loan refinancing can be a financial game-changer that can help you save money and simplify your finances. But it’s helpful to be...
Can You Transfer Student Loans to Another Person?
Transferring student loans to another person means shifting the responsibility of a student loan from...