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Jessica Sain-Baird

Senior Managing Editor

  • Expertise: Personal finance, deposit and investment accounts, personal loans, Federal Reserve policy
  • Education: University of Kansas

 


Jessica Sain-Baird is a senior managing editor at LendingTree. She assigns and edits articles that encourage financial literacy, including explainers, loan and account roundups, financial institution reviews and more.

Before joining LendingTree, Jessica spent over a decade as a writer, editor and content strategist at fast-paced settings including Columbia University in the City of New York and the Central Park Conservancy.

Jessica has a master’s degree in digital content strategy and bachelor’s degree in journalism from the William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications at the University of Kansas.

Articles by Jessica Sain-Baird

Does an IRS Audit Affect My Credit Score?

No, an IRS audit does not directly affect your credit score. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) doesn’t report tax debt to credit bureaus, so it... read more

How to Finance Gym Equipment

Fitness is important, but getting the right equipment can be expensive — especially if you want to do cardio indoors or start lifting weights. But... read more

Credit Counseling vs. Debt Consolidation: Which Is for You?

If you’re struggling with debt, you may consider credit counseling or debt consolidation. Credit counseling involves working with a financial professional to manage your debts... read more

How Do Debt Consolidation Programs Work?

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by debt, a debt consolidation plan can act as a life vest, helping you reach the shores of financial stability. Debt... read more

How Rent Payments Can Help Lift Credit Scores

Establishing a history of consistently on-time credit and debt payments will help you build a good credit score. Rent payments often aren’t reported to credit... read more

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