Carol Pope

Staff Writer

Expertise: Personal finance, personal loans, student loans and insurance

Education: University of Michigan – Flint

Carol Pope is a personal finance writer who takes pride in helping readers make savvy decisions about their money. She specializes in personal loans and auto loans. She also particularly enjoys writing about debt management. Before joining LendingTree, Carol was a licensed insurance agent for Geico and an in-house insurance writer for Bankrate. She earned her B.A. in English with a specialization in writing from the University of Michigan – Flint.

Articles by Carol Pope

Applying for a Loan Online vs. In Person: What To Know

When choosing between applying for a loan online vs. in person, know that each option has its benefits and drawbacks.  Generally, online personal loans are... read more

How to Choose Which Student Loans to Pay Off First

Whether you’re making your first student loan payments or are re-evaluating your financial goals, you might be wondering how you can choose which student loan... read more

What To Know When Adding a Cosigner to a Loan

If you need a personal loan but don’t qualify because of your credit, applying with a cosigner could help. A cosigner could also open the... read more

Student Loan Forgiveness for Teachers

Teaching doesn’t always pay that well — but depending on how you borrowed, where you live and what you teach, you might be eligible for... read more

Should I Pay Off My Car Loan Early?

If you’re looking to put debt in your rearview mirror, you might be wondering, “Should I pay off my car loan early?” Paying off your... read more

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