
Laura Gariepy
Laura started writing about personal finance in early 2018 when she took a sabbatical from her career in human resources and launched a blog discussing her journey. She also specializes in careers, human resources, and entrepreneurship. You can see her work published in Forbes and The Balance, to name a few. Laura is also a regular contributor to LendingTree and its sub-brands including the popular online magazine Student Loan Hero. She's also been featured in CNBC Acorns and Fox Business. When she's not creating content, Laura likes to read, travel, and spend time with loved ones.
Laura holds an MBA from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth.
- Winter Haven, FL, USA
- EverydayLake
- linkedin.com/in/lauragariepy
Publications
- GOBankingRates54 articles
- Yahoo Finance16 articles
- US News and World Report10 articles
- BestMoney.com5 articles
- USA Today Blueprint5 articles
- Edvisors3 articles
- CHRON2 articles
Writes Most On
- 5 Best Credit Cards for Moms2 May—US News and World ReportGetty Images Consider factors like interest rates, fees and introductory bonus offers when deciding which credit card is best for you. Key Takeaways The best credit card for you will depend on your spending patterns and financial goals. Be sure to consider prospective rewards, annual fees and percentage rates when evaluating credit cards. You must stay organized and pay your balance in full each month to maximize your credit card's perks. If you're like many moms, you manage your household's...
- How To Calculate Your Paycheck for Different Payment Structures: Hourly vs Salary5 Apr—GOBankingRatesCommitment to Our Readers You may find your job fulfilling, but at the end of the day, you work to earn a living. That income provides a roof over your head and food on your table. Here’s a look at how to calculate your paycheck, so you’ll understand how your hourly rate or annual salary translates into the sum you see in your bank account each pay period. Hourly vs Salary Paycheck Calculations The process of calculating your paycheck depends on whether you’re paid hourly or receive an annual...