Stephanie Mickelson

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Stephanie Mickelson joined GOBankingRates in 2023 and focuses on saving and budgeting. She also runs the personal finance blog The Simple Girl's Guide, dedicated to making personal finance simple.

Education

M.S. in Secondary Education

B.A. in English Literature

Expertise in

Saving & Spending

Where you can find them

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5 Affordable Small Cities To Live In on the East Coast

East Coast cities offer the beauty of the Atlantic Ocean, but cities on the coast are often expensive due to their proximity to water. Trending Now: 3 Best States to Buy Property in the Next 5 Years,...

by Stephanie Mickelson

4 Beautiful Cities for Cheap Vacations in Florida This Winter

Orlando and Miami are top destinations in Florida, but hotels can be pricey and vacation costs can add up quickly -- the average person will spend $258 per day vacationing in Miami. If you want to...

by Stephanie Mickelson

6 First-Time Homebuyer Tips for Gen Z, According to Real Estate Experts

As Gen Z ages into adulthood, this generation -- born between 1997 and 2012 -- is facing unique challenges when it comes to their financial future. But the future isn't all doom and gloom. Only 26.3%...

by Stephanie Mickelson

4 Florida Cities People Are Moving to the Most Right Now

Florida continues to attract homebuyers in 2024, with four of its cities ranking among the top 10 U.S. destinations for movers, according to a recent Redfin study. Check Out: Cheapest Places To Buy a...

by Stephanie Mickelson

This East Coast Town Was Voted the ‘Happiest Place to Retire in 2024’ (and It’s Not in Florida)

For many people, a happy retirement is the light at the end of the tunnel during their working life. Ideally, retirement is a time filled with financial stability, adventure, community, and, well,...

by Stephanie Mickelson

Time Is Ticking: Consolidate Your Student Loans for Potential Forgiveness

While April 15 (Tax Day) is on the minds of many Americans, there's another date that you should be aware of if you have student loans: April 30. Read Next: You Can Get These 3 Debts Canceled...

by Stephanie Mickelson

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