Brett Holzhauer

Occupation Personal Finance Journalist

Expertise Personal Finance, Credit Cards, Loans, Budgeting, Student Loans, Investing and Stock Market

Education B.A. Journalism and Mass Communications - Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communications at Arizona State University

Brett Holzhauer is a personal finance reporter. He has written for several leading publications and is mentioned in many others, including Forbes Advisor, Lending Tree, CNBC and ValuePenguin. An alum of the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State, when he is not reporting, Brett is likely scuba diving, golfing or watching college football. He tweets regularly at @brett_holzhauer.

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The Basics of Credit Cards Explained

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What Is a Good Credit Score? Plus What Else to Know...

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How You Can Get Paid to Pay Your Taxes With a...

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Best Student Credit Cards in 2023

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14 Best Credit Cards for Rewards and Cash Back for 2023

The best rewards credit cards can earn you valuable travel rewards or cash back. Here are the 14 best rewards credit cards you can get right now.

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Best Student Loans for Parents in 2023

Parent student loans allow parents to help their child fund higher education. Finding the best rates and lenders can make college a financial reality.

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Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® vs. Marriott Bonvoy Bold®

Wondering whether to go for the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card or Marriott Bonvoy Bold® Credit Card? We have covered all the features, benefits and differences you need to know about to help you find the best card for your needs.

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Southwest Rapid Rewards® Business Cards: Performance vs. Premier

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