About Taylor Milam-Samuel
Current Role
Personal finance writer
Expertise
- Student Loans
- Debt
- Budgeting
- Tax Relief
- Home Equity
- Personal Loans
- Auto Loans
Degrees
- Bachelor's degree in English language arts from UCLA, master's degree in education from San Diego State University
Personal Finance Experience
Taylor's interest in personal finance began shortly after she graduated from college and was faced with the reality of her student loans. In an effort to create a better financial future for herself, she dove headfirst into the world of personal finance and started learning as much as possible.
What started as a personal passion has since grown into a career as a personal finance writer and educator.
Latest from Taylor Milam-Samuel
529 Plan vs. Savings Account
It’s never too early to start saving for college. Whether you’re a new or seasoned parent or a loving grandparent, planning for the...
Maximum 529 Plan Contribution Limits by State
A 529 plan is an account that allows you to save for college expenses while minimizing your tax burden. Parents or grandparents often...
Can International Students Refinance Their Student Loans? Yes—With These 7 Lenders
If you’re an international graduate with U.S. student loans, refinancing can be a smart way...
How to Get a Loan in an Emergency
Emergency personal loans can help cover unexpected expenses, including medical bills, house repairs, urgent veterinary care, or losing a portion of income. Unforeseen...
4 Main Tax Debt Forgiveness Programs You Need to Know if You Owe
Tax debt is what you owe the IRS if you don’t pay in full when...
New York HELOC Rates and Lenders
Home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) allow homeowners to turn the equity in their home into cash. As secured loans, HELOCs typically offer...
How to Respond to a Notice of Deficiency
If the IRS completes an examination of what you owe and proposes changes, the agency sends a notice of deficiency. It’s also called...
Arizona HELOC Rates and Lenders
Homeowners in Arizona can apply for a home equity line of credit (HELOC) from online lenders or local banks and credit unions. We’ve...
How to Qualify and Apply for “Currently Not Collectible” Status With the IRS
Facing tax debt can be overwhelming, especially when paying it would cause severe financial hardship....
6 Strategies to Stop a Bank Levy
If you owe debt and don’t pay it, the balance goes to collections. The lender can then seek a court order to withdraw...