About Stephanie Colestock
Current Role
Personal finance writer
Expertise
- Loans
- Insurance
- Real Estate Investing
- Credit
- Debt
Degrees
- Bachelor's degree from Baylor University
Personal Finance Experience
Stephanie has been a freelance writer since 2012, and has been creating personal finance content since 2015. She began her foray into the financial vertical as the editor-in-chief for a leading personal finance website. When that site was sold, she began freelance writing for authoritative news sites and various blogs.
Stephanie's areas of expertise include loans, insurance, real estate investing, consumer credit and debt, and retirement. She is also a real estate investor and a candidate for the certified financial planner (CFP®) certification.
Latest from Stephanie Colestock
Third Federal Home Equity Review
Third Federal offers two home equity-based borrowing options for homeowners looking to take up to $200,000 in equity out of their homes.
Can You Have a HELOC and a Home Equity Loan?
HELOCs and home equity loans are similar but not identical. Homeowners can have both at the same time, as long as they meet...
Can You Lock in a HELOC Rate?
Though HELOCs typically have variable interest rates, there are also ways to lock in a fixed rate, which can save money and allow...
U.S. Bank Home Equity Review
U.S. Bank offers both home equity loans and lines of credit to eligible homeowners in 28 states, for up to $1 million against...
Can I Refinance My HELOC With Another Bank?
Refinancing a HELOC can help you cut costs or avoid hefty monthly payments. You have several options to refinance this type of debt.
Wells Fargo Home Equity Review
Wells Fargo paused new home equity lines of credit in May 2020. Here are other options for borrowers to tap into their home’s...
Citizens Bank Home Equity Review
Citizens Bank offers home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) of up to $2 million to eligible homeowners in 18 states and the District...
PenFed Home Equity Review
A HELOC from PenFed gives homeowners access to up to $500,000 of their home’s equity with flexible rates and standard terms.
Truist Home Equity Review
Truist offers a home equity line of credit that homeowners can use to finance upcoming projects or consolidate debt.
Pet Insurance That Covers Emergencies
Pet insurance plans are designed to help with emergencies. Here’s a look at some top-rated companies, including what they cover.