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
Discover Student Loans Review: All You Need to Know
Discover offers student loans for both undergraduate and graduate students, as well as a loan...
The Ultimate Guide to Earnest Student Loans
Earnest provides both private student loans and student loan refinancing. Known for flexible loan terms, Earnest is a lender worthy of consideration if...
Upstart Personal Loan Review
Upstart personal loans come with competitive interest rates, and you have a choice of repayment timelines. Unfortunately, you may have to pay a...
Lemonade Pet Insurance Review: A Transparent Look at Plans and Prices
Lemonade offers low-cost pet insurance, an easy online application process, and several add-on coverages.
Oxford Gold Group Review: Gold IRAs & Coins
If you want to invest in precious metals, Oxford Gold Group is one company that...
Top Lenders to Refinance Law School Loans
Law degrees often come with significant amounts of student loan debt. Fortunately, refinancing those law school loans can make that debt more manageable...
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...
LendKey Student Loans: Know Your Borrowing Options
LendKey is a national student loan company that connects you with lenders offering private student...
Point Home Equity Review: The Debt-Free Way to Access Your Home’s Value
Point offers standard HELOCs, but you can also borrow against your home’s equity without a...
How to Refinance Student Loans Without a Degree
If you took out student loans but didn’t make it across the graduation stage, you...