About Megan Hanna
Current Role
Finance writer and adjunct professor
Expertise
- Personal Loans
- Home Loans
- Credit Cards
- Banking
- Business Loans
Degrees
- MBA and doctorate in business administration from Grand Canyon University, bachelor's degree in business accounting from University of Phoenix, graduate-level certificate in banking from Pacific Coast Banking School
Personal Finance Experience
Megan spent much of her professional career in the banking industry in roles of increasing responsibility related to lending before transitioning to full-time writing and teaching.
As a commercial banker, she helped evaluate her client's business and personal financial conditions to help determine the types of loans that would best serve their needs. In addition, Megan spent nearly five years managing all of the lending policies for a large regional bank.
Besides her time spent in banking, Megan serves as a personal finance writer for major online publications, and teaches courses about accounting and finance at the college level. Megan is passionate about sharing knowledge with others, so she held a seminar about personal finance and banking for college students. She also helped teach children about money and personal finance in a volunteer capacity for various organizations. Her highest degree is a doctorate in business administration with an emphasis in data analytics from Grand Canyon University.
Latest from Megan Hanna
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How Do Auto Loans Work?
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13 Types of Mortgages
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What Happens When I Receive a Reset or Maturity Notification on a HELOC?
As HELOCs move from the draw to the repayment phase, most lenders issue a notification....
Does a Home Equity Loan or HELOC Affect Your Mortgage?
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