About Rebecca Safier
Current Role
Personal finance writer
Expertise
- Student Loans
- Personal Loans
- Home Equity
- Credit
- Budgeting
Degrees
- Bachelor's degree in English from Tufts University, master's degree in education from Harvard Graduate School of Education, certified student loan counselor through the National Association of Certified Credit Counselors
Personal Finance Experience
Rebecca is a contributor to LendEDU who helps people make informed financial decisions, whether they’re paying off student loans, improving their credit or working toward a savings goal.
As a certified student loan counselor, Rebecca has written extensively on student loans, from featuring personal stories to covering data studies on the demographics of student debt to interviewing Andrew Yang and state legislators about their policy proposals. Having previously worked with students as a college counselor, Rebecca brings firsthand insight into the challenges of preparing for college to her work.
In addition to student loans, Rebecca has covered a variety of personal finance topics, including personal loans, home equity, credit scores, and general money management. When she’s not writing about all things finance, she’s teaching blogging and SEO strategies on her blog, Remote Bliss.
Latest from Rebecca Safier
How to Calculate Your HELOC Payment
HELOC payments can change based on the amount you borrow, your interest rate, and other factors. Find out how HELOC payments are calculated.
Do I Qualify for a Home Equity Loan or HELOC?
From credit to income, we’ve researched the main requirements you’ll need to meet to qualify for a home equity loan or HELOC.
Should I Get a HELOC Just in Case?
A home equity line of credit can offer access to cash when you need it for emergency situations. Getting a HELOC just in...
Student Loans for Low GPA
Each college is allowed to set its own standards for satisfactory academic progress, including the minimum GPA required to obtain student loans.
Best Small Student Loans
Small student loans can be used for various reasons like buying books, getting a new laptop, covering living expenses, and more.
Shed Loans: Compare Your Financing Options
Shed costs vary depending on lots of different factors. If you’re buying a higher-end model, you might need to consider shed financing options.
Best Ph.D. Student Loans
PhD student loans are offered by both the Department of Education and private lenders. We'll explain which should be considered first.
Best Home Improvement Loans
After hours of research, here are our choices for the best personal loans for home improvement projects.
Where to Find Landscaping Loans & What to Ask Before Applying
For financing landscaping, you could turn to a personal loan, home equity loan, or HELOC....
New Roof Financing: Options for Your Replacement Needs
You may have several financing options for roof repairs. Here’s a complete breakdown of the...