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Katie Lowery

Deputy Editor

  • Expertise: Personal finance, financial planning, credit scores, savings, auto loans, education
    Education: University of Texas at Austin

 


Katie Lowery is a former deputy editor at LendingTree, where she oversees personal finance, debt and auto loans content. She is passionate about educating and empowering consumers to make informed financial decisions.

Before joining LendingTree, Katie spent more than a decade as a developmental and copy editor, where she edited content in a variety of fields, including finance, business, economics, science and education. She was the sole editor on multiple award-winning books.

Katie earned a bachelor’s degree in education from the University of Texas at Austin. She still lives in the Austin area with her family and enjoys collecting record albums and knitting.

Articles by Katie Lowery

What is the Fair Credit Reporting Act?

The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) is comprehensive federal legislation that regulates the credit reporting industry and grants certain consumer rights regarding how credit data... read more

What Is an Origination Fee?

A loan origination fee is an upfront charge that a lender deducts from the total loan amount. This type of fee can also be thought... read more

Get a Used Car Inspection Before You Buy

A sparkling coat of wax and shiny black tires could hide a host of problems in the used car you’re ready to buy. Even if... read more

How Long Do Derogatory Marks Stay on Your Credit Report?

A poor credit score can make a lot of things harder. It can make borrowing difficult or more expensive. It can even cause your insurance... read more

What Happens if I Change My Social Security Number?

If you’ve applied for a credit card or loan, filled out a rental application or tax forms or had internet services installed in your home,... read more

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