About Taylor Milam-Samuel
Current Role
Personal finance writer
Expertise
- Student Loans
- Credit Cards
- Debt
- Budgeting
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
How to Know if You Qualify for Student Loan Cancellation
Federal student loan cancellation exists, but it can be hard to understand the options. This...
How Student Loans Affect Your Taxes
You can deduct up to $2,500 in interest paid on qualifying student loans each year when you file your taxes. There are also...
Best Bad-Credit Auto Loans
Having bad credit will make it hard to qualify for the most competitive auto loans, but it's still possible to get an auto...
Auto Loan Rates: What Is the Average APR in May 2025?
Borrowers with poor credit paid an average annual percentage rate of 14.97% on new auto...
What to Know About Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Before You Borrow
Depending upon your credit score, you may be able to land zero- or low-interest loans...
How to Handle Student Loans While on Medical Leave
If you need to take a medical leave from work, you likely have options like...
When Do You Become a Legal Resident of a State for the FAFSA?
Your legal residence for the FAFSA typically is where your parents or legal guardians live....
Credit Union Auto Loans: What Should You Know?
If you plan to buy a car, you’re probably figuring out how to finance it....
Community Bank Personal Loans
Personal loans from community banks might offer competitive interest rates and solid terms. But you usually need to apply in person, and options...
What to Do If You Can’t Make Your Car Payments
If you don’t think you’ll be able to make your car payment, you do have...