About Sarah Li Cain
Current Role
Finance writer and podcast producer
Expertise
- Personal Loans
- Home Loans
- Home Equity
- Banking
- Small Business
- Student Loans
Achievements
- Two-time Plutus Award Winner For Best Personal Finance Freelancer Or Contributor
Certifications & Degrees
- Accredited Financial Counselor
- Bachelor’s degrees in English and education from York University
Personal Finance Experience
Sarah is an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC®) with a decade of experience writing in the personal finance space. Before transitioning into full-time finance writing, she spent 10 years teaching elementary school students. She used her skill in translating complicated subjects into digestible pieces in her personal finance writing. In her spare time, she loves to spend her time helping out at the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program during tax season.
Latest from Sarah Li Cain
Montana HELOC Rates and Lenders
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Indiana HELOC Rates and Lenders
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Borrow $50 Instantly With Cash Advance Apps
Whether you’re facing an unexpected bill or just running low before payday, cash advance apps can help you get quick cash. Apps like...
Are Student Loans Installment or Revolving Credit?
Understanding whether a student loan is an installment or revolving loan will give you insights...
How Marriage Affects Student Loans
When it comes to student loans and your marriage, in most cases, you’re not responsible for your spouse’s debt. However, marriage might affect...
BECU Student Loans Review 2025: Not-for-Profit Credit Union for Select Borrowers
Founded in 1935, Boeing Employees Credit Union (BECU) initially served Boeing employees, lending them money...
Wells Fargo Home Equity Loans and HELOCs Suspended in 2025: Review of Best Alternatives
Wells Fargo paused new home equity lines of credit in May 2020. Here are other...
How Does the Draw Period Work on a HELOC?
During the HELOC draw period, you can withdraw money from your line of credit. You typically make interest-only payments during this phase.
Student Loans for Single Mothers: The Best Options to Pay for School
Single mothers can get federal or private student loans to fund a college education. Here...
How Do I Get a Loan on a House That Is Paid For?
Yes, you can still take out a loan against your house—even when it’s fully paid...