Kailey Hagen

Expert Contribution: Freelance Writer

FINANCIAL INDUSTRY WRITER SINCE 2013

NUMBER OF PUBLICATIONS: 523 | LAST PUBLISH DATE: 12-09-2024

Kailey Hagen has been a personal finance writer since 2013, focusing primarily on banks, insurance, and retirement content. She has written over 1,000 articles for Motley Fool Money and its parent company, The Motley Fool, since 2018. She is based in northern Wisconsin.

Financial Areas of Expertise

Credit Cards, Banks, Insurances, Retirement, Personal Finance

Education

• Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Linguistics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison

Kailey's Recent Articles

• This Hack Could Save You Over $5,100 in Credit Card Interest and Get You Out of Debt 4 Years Faster
  Dec 9, 2024
  Credit card debt can feel insurmountable, but the right strategy can help you get rid of it faster. Here's one way to shave four years …
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• Savings Account or CD: Which Is the Better Place for Your Savings Right Now?
  Dec 8, 2024
  Both types of accounts can help you grow your wealth, but they each have drawbacks too. Here's how to decide which is right for you.
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• If I Could Only Make One Move to Improve My Finances in 2025, This Would Be It
  Dec 6, 2024
  There's a lot you can do to boost your finances, but some moves are more worthwhile than others. Here's one worth focusing on next year.
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• How Does Your Savings Account Measure Up to the American Middle Class?
  Dec 3, 2024
  Having more money in savings can improve your financial security. Here's how your savings account balance stacks up to the typical American's.
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• Here's the Average Savings Account Balance for Lower-Class Americans
  Dec 1, 2024
  Saving can be a struggle for lower-class Americans. Here's how much the average household in this group has in savings.
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• This Underrated Hack Could Save You More Than $20,000 in Mortgage Interest
  Dec 1, 2024
  
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• Drivers With Poor Credit Scores Pay Up to 216% More for Car Insurance in These 10 States
  Nov 30, 2024
  Car insurance is expensive for everyone these days, but drivers with poor credit are really struggling. Here are the states that charge them the most.
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• 5 Must-Have Credit Card Protections That Could Save You Tons of Money This Holiday Season
  Nov 29, 2024
  Sometimes the best credit card perks aren't the flashiest. Here are five that are invaluable this holiday season.
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• Smart Investors Are Avoiding 12-Month CDs, Even With Rates at 5%. Here's Why
  Nov 25, 2024
  Short-term CDs have the highest rates right now, but they're probably not the wisest investment for you. Here's why and where to invest instead.
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• Shop Around: Average Americans Pay Over $1,700 Annually on Car Insurance
  Nov 25, 2024
  Shopping around is key to saving on car insurance, but price isn't the only factor that matters. Here's how to find the best possible deal.
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• Should You Pay Off Your Student Loans or Your Credit Card First?
  Nov 21, 2024
  Student loans and credit card debt can both feel overwhelming. Here's how to know which to tackle first.
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• Beware These 5 Factors That Can Unexpectedly Increase Your Car Insurance Premium
  Nov 18, 2024
  Driving history isn't the only factor that affects your car insurance rates. Take a look at five others you may not know about.
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• I Don't Care If My Savings Account Has the Highest APY. Here's Why
  Nov 15, 2024
  High APYs are great, but they're not the only thing you should focus on in a savings account. These other things matter too. Read on …
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• 9 Proven Ways to Slash Your Car Insurance Premium
  Nov 12, 2024
  Car insurance continues to get more costly. Find out some tried-and-true ways to help you get the coverage you need at an affordable price.
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• 4 Reasons to Open a New Credit Card Before Black Friday
  Nov 8, 2024
  Rewards credit cards can help you save big on holiday shopping. See why you should consider opening a new one now.
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• This Massively Underrated Holiday Shopping Hack Could Earn You Up to 15X More Credit Card Rewards
  Nov 7, 2024
  How you shop can affect how much you pay for purchases just as much as where you shop. Here's a little-known trick to help you …
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• 2 Important 2025 Banking Changes Everyone Should Know About
  Nov 3, 2024
  Saving and borrowing money is going to look a lot different next year. Here's what to expect.
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• If You're Not Doing This at Costco, You're Probably Overpaying
  Nov 1, 2024
  Saving at Costco is easy, but some people still pay more than they need to. Here's how to slash your Costco bill even further.
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• Today's CD Rates Are the Best They're Going to Get. But I'm Not Rushing to Open One
  Oct 28, 2024
  CD rates have dropped, but they're definitely still above average. Find out why I'm not racing to lock one in before the next rate cut.
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• Here's What Happens When You Withdraw a Lot of Money From Your Bank Account
  Oct 26, 2024
  Withdrawing a lot of money from your bank account isn't as simple as just stopping at your local ATM. Here's what could happen if you …
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• Mortgage Rates May Be Falling, but You'll Regret Refinancing Now
  Oct 21, 2024
  Mortgage rates have already fallen, but this is only the beginning. Here's why you should hold off on refinancing.
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• How to Make the Most Out of Current CD Interest Rates
  Oct 20, 2024
  CD rates have already fallen, but they're still pretty high. Here's how to make the most of them before they drop again.
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• Another Fed Rate Cut Could Happen on Nov. 7. Lock in These 7 CD Rates While There's Still Time
  Oct 16, 2024
  CD rates have already come down quite a bit with more drops on the way. Here are some of the best offers for you to …
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• Why I Won't Move My Money Out of My High-Yield Savings Account, No Matter How Far Rates Drop
  Oct 15, 2024
  Savings account interest rates will continue to fall, but these accounts have their upsides too. Here's why I'm holding onto mine.
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• Prediction: Savings Account and CD Rates Will Fall Again Next Month
  Oct 14, 2024
  The Federal Reserve's rate-cutting cycle is just getting started. Find out when you can expect the next cut.
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