Articles by Nicole Dieker

Nicole Dieker is a freelance writer who covers money management, budgeting, and general personal finance. She has contributed to publications such as Lifehacker, Reviews.com, Today.com and more. Nicole also runs a podcast on freelance writing in addition to helping other freelancers develop their careers. Education: B.A. in Music from Miami University; M.F.A. in Theatre Directing from Illinois State University.

MasterCard Airport Experience Lounge Access: Is This Credit Card Perk Worth It? Learn how the new MasterCard Airport Experience lounge access program works for specific travel rewards credit cards. Find out how much it costs and how to use the benefit when you're traveling. Compare it to the Priority Pass program, a similar lounge access program offered by the premium travel cards. Are You Responsible for Your Spouse's Debt? Photo of Nicole Dieker Nicole Dieker Are You Responsible for Your Spouse's Debt? Getting married often means combining assets. You bring the solid oak dining... What You Need to Know About SBA Loans Photo of Nicole Dieker Nicole Dieker What You Need to Know About SBA Loans Starting a business is a rewarding, and expensive, experience. If you don't... How Do Changes to the Mortgage Interest Deduction Affect Homeowners? Learn about the 2018 changes to the tax law that affect mortgage interest deductions for homeowners. Find out what they mean for homeowners and homebuyers today. Is It a Good Idea to Use Your IRA to Pay Off Credit Card Debt? Find out if you should withdraw funds from your individual retirement account (IRA) to help pay off high-interest credit card debt. Learn about the taxes and penalties that you'll have to pay if you take money out of an IRA before retirement age -- rules vary depending on whether you have a traditional or Roth IRA. How the Rising Interest Rates on Student Loans Affect Young Borrowers Photo of Nicole Dieker Nicole Dieker How the Rising Interest Rates on Student Loans Affect Young Borrowers Planning on borrowing money to go to college? Be aware that federal student loan... Deducting Student Loan Interest: Everything You Need to Know Photo of Nicole Dieker Nicole Dieker Deducting Student Loan Interest: Everything You Need to Know Although it can be hard to see the bright side when it comes to student loan debt,... How to Save When You Have Variable Income When you've got variable income, such as a freelancer or someone in the service or sales industry, learn how you can still build savings toward retirement. Does Your Child Have to Pay Income Tax? If your children earn money on their own, find out the situations where they may have to pay income tax on their earnings. How to Trade and Invest in Bitcoin & Other Cryptocurrencies Photo of Nicole Dieker Nicole Dieker How to Trade and Invest in Bitcoin & Other Cryptocurrencies Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, Litecoin — cryptocurrencies are some of today’s most...