Laura Gariepy MBA

Contributor

Laura has been a freelance writer since 2018. Her work focuses on managing your money, navigating your career, and running a successful business. Laura's words have appeared in the New York Post, USA Today, and many other publications.

Education

MBA, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

B.S. in Psychology, Bridgewater State College

Expertise in

Saving & Spending
Loans
Credit Cards

Where you can find them

Personal Website

Stay the course. I know you'll be successful.

How To Calculate Your Paycheck for Different Payment Structures: Hourly vs Salary

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. Discover More: Salary Needed To Achieve the...

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9 Target Items You Need To Buy Ahead of Fall 2025

Snag end-of-summer steals and cozy fall finds at Target. Pick up smart TVs, laptops, candles and more items at Target for can't-miss prices ahead of fall.

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11 Biggest Gen Z Money Traps, According to Robert Kiyosaki

If you're a Gen Zer, here are 11 of the biggest potential money traps you should avoid -- and what to do instead.

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Social Security: This Is the Average Payment in Every State

Living on Social Security alone can be financially challenging, but many retirees and people with disabilities do it every day. They budget carefully, find clever ways to save money and enroll in...

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5 Amazing Tech Deals on Items You Should Buy on Amazon This June

GOBankingRates scoured Amazon's website to find some of the online retailer's hottest tech deals. Pick up gifts everyone on your list will love this June.

by Laura Gariepy

9 Best Travel Items To Get at Five Below This Summer

Five Below's got you covered this summer with great deals on travel necessities and fun items to help you save money and make all your adventures special.

by Laura Gariepy

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