About Maryalene LaPonsie
Current Role
Personal finance writer
Expertise
- Personal Finance
- Precious Metals
- Investing
- Banking
Degrees
- Bachelor's degree from Western Michigan University
Personal Finance Experience
Maryalene brings to LendEDU extensive experience writing about personal finance topics such as alternative investments, taxes, insurance and budgeting. Over the course of her career, she has interviewed hundreds of finance professionals, including Certified Financial Planners, Certified Public Accountants, and chief executives of financial firms.
In addition to covering financial topics for national publications, Maryalene owns a news website for her local community and sits on the board of directors for a nonprofit that provides affordable senior housing.
Latest from Maryalene LaPonsie
Gold-Silver Ratio: Its History, 2025 Predictions, and How to Use It for Your Investments
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Expert Gold Price Predictions for 2025 and Beyond: CFPs Weigh In
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Palladium: Is It a Better Investment Than Gold?
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6 Reasons Gold Prices Drop and What They Mean for Investors in October 2025
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What Happens to the Price of Gold During a Recession?
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When Was the Highest Gold Price Ever? 2025 Shattering Historical Records
On October 20, 2025, gold reached its highest price in history: 3000 per troy ounce....
Why Gold Can Lose Value and How to Protect Your Investments
Gold has a reputation as a safe haven for wealth and a hedge against inflation....
Can You Take Physical Possession of Gold in Your IRA?
If you have a gold IRA, you may wonder if and when you can physically...
Best Depositories for Gold IRAs
You’ll need a place to store your precious metals if you have a gold IRA. The IRS won’t let you keep your gold...
Benefits of a Gold IRA
With pensions a relic at most U.S. employers, workers must save for their own retirement. As you consider your options, you may wonder...