At LendEDU, we believe financial decisions should be informed by clear, accurate, and unbiased information. Our editorial mission is to provide you with trustworthy resources so you can make confident choices about your money.
Our small but experienced editorial team, including both in-house staff and carefully vetted freelance contributors, is made up of Certified Financial Education Instructors, Certified Educators in Personal Finance, Certified Financial Planners®, published authors, and certified educators. Many of our full-time staff contribute directly to our editorial process, whether through writing, research, editing, or review, and all share a commitment to accuracy and clarity.
With more than 1,800 articles published, we cover a wide range of personal finance topics through:
- Informational guides to help you understand complex financial products and concepts
- Independent product reviews of companies and financial services
- Original research reports based on proprietary surveys and market analysis
All content is thoroughly vetted by the author and at least one member of our editorial team before publication. Articles are researched and written by carefully selected independent contractors who meet our standards for expertise and professionalism, and our in-house editorial staff ensures that all content is up to our high standards before it’s published.
Fact-checking and sourcing
Every statistic, rate, or policy detail we publish is verified against reputable primary sources, such as government agencies, regulatory filings, accredited research institutions, and company disclosures. We cite and link to our sources whenever possible, and we regularly review our content to ensure it reflects the most up-to-date information available.
Our independence matters
We never publish favorable or unfavorable reviews at the direction of advertisers. Our editorial team is tasked with providing fair, evidence-based analysis. When we recommend a product or service, it’s because our research and evaluation suggest it could be valuable for the right consumer, not because of any financial relationship.
Editorial updates and maintenance
We treat content accuracy as an ongoing responsibility. We review each published article periodically based on the type of information it contains, from frequent updates for fast-changing data to annual reviews for evergreen content. Our editorial tracking process ensures that every update is assigned to a specific team member, with clear instructions and reliable sources for verification. This structured approach helps us maintain the relevance, accuracy, and trustworthiness of our work over time.
Our history and mission
We launched LendEDU to help consumers compare student loan products side-by-side with clarity and transparency. Today, our mission has grown to cover the personal finance industry more broadly. We aim to make finance more effective and accessible by focusing on:
- Price transparency through tools that allow side-by-side comparisons
- Data-driven insights from original research and surveys
- Expert editorial analysis that explains both the benefits and potential drawbacks of financial products
Our vision
To illuminate the path to financial freedom for everyone.
Our mission
To empower people to make educated choices by giving them the knowledge they need to navigate their financial journey.
Our tagline
Financial freedom simplified.
If you ever find an article on our website that you believe is unclear, outdated, or biased, please let us know at [email protected]. We take your feedback seriously and use it to maintain the highest editorial standards.