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
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Can You Refinance Student Loans? 10 Times When You Can and Can’t
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Funding U Student Loans Review: Best for Undergrads With No Cosigner
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The Best Alternatives to Discover’s Discontinued Student Loans [2025 Recommendations]
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Earnest 2025 Review: Student Loans and Student Loan Refinance
Earnest provides both private student loans and student loan refinancing. Known for flexible loan terms,...
Upstart Personal Loan Review: Rates, Approval Odds, and Requirements (2025)
Upstart personal loans come with competitive interest rates, and you have a choice of repayment...
Oxford Gold Group Review 2025: Out of Business Due to Serious Customer Allegations
If you want to invest in precious metals, Oxford Gold Group is one company that...
Nelnet Bank Student Loans Review
You may be assigned to Nelnet if you have federal student loans. Nelnet has been the subject of some consumer complaints, but the...
Point Home Equity Investments (HEI): 2025 Review
Point offers standard HELOCs, but you can also borrow against your home’s equity without a...
8 Lenders That Refinance Student Loans Without a Degree
If you took out student loans but didn’t make it across the graduation stage, you...