Hannah Rounds

Hannah Rounds is a data-driven personal finance writer with over a decade of experience helping readers understand how to make smarter money decisions. She specializes in breaking down complex financial topics (from student loans to investing tools) using a practical, analytical approach rooted in real-world data.

She holds a B.A. in Economics from Furman University (Summa Cum Laude), where she received the Arthur Magill Economics Award and the J. Carlyle Ellet Economics Prize. She has written extensively on taxes, investing, student loans, and financial technology, focusing on how data shapes smarter financial decisions.

When she’s not writing or analyzing spreadsheets, Hannah enjoys exploring new budgeting tools and finding fresh ways to make finance easier for families.

Hannah’s latest articles

August 22, 2025

Best Student Loan Alternatives To Pay For College

Paying for college with loans may seem like the only answer but there are plenty of student loan alternatives. These are the best places to start.

August 21, 2025

Which Debt To Pay Off First? [Order Of Operations]

This step-by-step guide helps you prioritize which debts to pay first, how to keep going, and ways to better pay off loans and credit cards.

August 13, 2025

How To Fill Out The FAFSA For Divorced Parents

Find out how to fill out the FAFSA for divorced parents, based on the new rules that recently went into effect for FAFSA Simplification.

May 31, 2025

Trade School Loan Forgiveness Programs

Did you attend a trade school? Here’s what you need to know about trade school loan forgiveness and how to qualify.

March 22, 2025

What Is a CP05 Letter from the IRS and What Should I Do?

Are you wondering about the CP05 letter that showed up on your desk from the IRS? Don’t worry yet! Here are the answers you’ll probably need!

March 15, 2025

Affirm Review: Buy Now Pay Later

Affirm is a company that offers installment plans for consumer purchases and may help keep people from accumulating unwanted debt.

March 14, 2025

Klarna Review: A Buy Now Pay Later Shopping App

Klarna is a provider of a buy now, pay later (BNPL) platform. Klarna, which doubles as a shopping app, allows you to make purchases without paying interest.

January 5, 2025

What Is An After-Tax 401k? (Not Roth)

After-Tax 401k contributions can help you shelter more of your money from taxes. But what is an after-tax 401(k) and who qualifies? Learn more.

December 2, 2024

How To Cash A Tax Refund Check Without A Bank Account?

There are various ways to cash a tax refund check when you don’t have a bank account. One is to cash a tax refund check using an app. Learn more here!

November 4, 2024

End Of Year Financial Tips (And To-Do List)

Wondering which items should be added to your end of year financial to-do list? Here are nine money moves to make before the new year.

October 30, 2024

5 Scary Financial Statistics And Facts About Money

We’re sharing some of the scariest financial statistics that could happen to you and a few tips if you’re ever caught in any of these situations.

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