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Kylie Ora Lobell

About the Author

Kylie Ora Lobell is a personal finance writer who covers topics such as credit cards, loans, investing, and budgeting. She has worked for major brands such as Mastercard and Visa, and her work has been featured by MoneyGeek, Slickdeals, TaxAct, and LegalZoom, and media outlets such as New York Magazine, Los Angeles Times, Jewish Journal of Los Angeles, and Time Out NY/LA.

The latest articles from Kylie Ora Lobell

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How Often Does Your Credit Score Update?

Kylie Ora Lobell | April 22, 2026

Growing Wealth

The Mortgage Underwriting Process: How Long Does it Take?

Kylie Ora Lobell | April 21, 2026

Budgeting & Goals

21 Tax Deductions for College Students and Other Young Adults

Kylie Ora Lobell | January 09, 2026

Budgeting & Goals

The Fastest Ways to Get Your Tax Refund

Kylie Ora Lobell | January 09, 2026

Home Ownership

What Is a Home Appraisal and How Do You Get One?

Kylie Ora Lobell | January 08, 2026

Going to College

How to Save Money in College — 20 Ways

Kylie Ora Lobell | August 28, 2025

Going to College

What Is the Difference Between Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science?

Kylie Ora Lobell | August 28, 2025

Life & Career

Top 20 On-Campus Jobs for Students

Kylie Ora Lobell | August 26, 2025

Budgeting & Goals

33 Ideas for Saving Money While Dorm Shopping

Kylie Ora Lobell | August 26, 2025

Debt Payoff

Should I Use the Standard 10-Year Repayment Plan?

Kylie Ora Lobell | August 20, 2025

Student Loans

How to Get Into College With a GED

Kylie Ora Lobell | August 01, 2025

Budgeting & Goals

35 Places to Sell Stuff Online and In Person for Cash

Kylie Ora Lobell | July 28, 2025

Budgeting & Goals

Spare Change Savings

Kylie Ora Lobell | July 23, 2025

Budgeting & Goals

Can You Spend Money From A Savings Account?

Kylie Ora Lobell | July 19, 2025

Student Loans

Using In-School Deferment as a Student

Kylie Ora Lobell | July 03, 2025

Building Your Career

How to Pay for Coding Bootcamps

Kylie Ora Lobell | June 27, 2025

Student Loans

What Can You Use Student Loans For?

Kylie Ora Lobell | June 20, 2025

Budgeting & Goals

Smart Financial Strategies to Reach Your Goals

Kylie Ora Lobell | June 03, 2025

Financial Independence

31 Ways To Save On Back to School Shopping

Kylie Ora Lobell | May 19, 2025

Budgeting & Goals

27 Fun Things to Do for Free

Kylie Ora Lobell | May 19, 2025

Budgeting & Goals

7 Tips for Living on a Budget

Kylie Ora Lobell | May 10, 2025

Budgeting & Goals

How to Coupon for Beginners

Kylie Ora Lobell | April 30, 2025

Budgeting & Goals

27 Cheap Date Night Ideas

Kylie Ora Lobell | April 22, 2025

Budgeting & Goals

The Ultimate Babyproofing Checklist

Kylie Ora Lobell | April 09, 2025

Budgeting & Goals

23 Ways to Lower Your Thanksgiving Budget and Save

Kylie Ora Lobell | April 09, 2025

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How Often Should You Monitor Your Checking Account?

Kylie Ora Lobell | April 09, 2025

Budgeting & Goals

37 Financial Resolutions for the New Year

Kylie Ora Lobell | April 09, 2025

Budgeting & Goals

20 Tips on Shopping and Celebrating the Holidays on a Budget

Kylie Ora Lobell | April 09, 2025

Student Loans

10 Ways to Prepare for College

Kylie Ora Lobell | March 18, 2025

Budgeting & Goals

Financial Windfall: Definition and Ideas on Use

Kylie Ora Lobell | March 04, 2025

Going to College

How to Pay for Dental School

Kylie Ora Lobell | January 02, 2025

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