Erin Bendig

Erin Bendig

Staff writer, personal finance

Erin pairs personal experience with research and is passionate about sharing personal finance advice with others. Previously, she was a freelancer focusing on the credit card side of finance, but has branched out since then to cover other aspects of personal finance. Erin is well-versed in traditional media with reporting, interviewing and research, as well as using graphic design and video and audio storytelling to share with her readers.


Latest articles by Erin Bendig

how to add money to venmo
How to add money to Venmo

By Jonathan Lesser, Erin Bendig last updated

If you have a Venmo debit card, use these step-by-step instructions to add money to your Venmo account.

Finance Software
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What is PayPal goods and services — and how to use it

By Alan Martin, Erin Bendig last updated

The aim of PayPal goods and services is to allow complete strangers to buy and sell between each other with confidence.

Finance Software
Cash stuffing
What is cash stuffing? TikTok’s budgeting trend explained

By Erin Bendig Published

Cash stuffing involves sorting your cash money into various categories in an effort to save money by avoiding overspending.

Social Media
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PayPal friends and family — how does it work?

By Alan Martin, Erin Bendig last updated

PayPal friends and family is designed for payments between known contacts. Here's how it works.

Finance Software
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Inflation hurting your budget? 5 ways you can save despite rising costs

By Erin Bendig last updated

Save money despite inflation by using these strategies.

Sports
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Inflation-relief checks go to California residents this week — what to know

By Erin Bendig last updated

If you live in California, you could receive an inflation-relief check as early as this Friday. Check to see who qualifies.

Sports
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You could still get an inflation-relief stimulus check if you live in one of these states — see if you qualify

By Erin Bendig last updated

If you're a resident in one of these states, you could be eligible for an inflation-relief check.

Sports
iPhone 14 Plus
Should you finance your iPhone? Here’s how much you’ll pay each month

By Erin Bendig last updated

Instead of paying the full price of an iPhone up front, you can spread the payments over several months. Here’s how much you’ll pay.

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