Elizabeth Renter

Economist & Spokesperson

Expertise
  • Economics
  • Data analysis
  • Personal finance

How I Think About Money “Understanding your place within the broader economy is helpful for setting short-term expectations and charting long-term goals. But behind the headlines of national averages and trends are individuals with very different financial situations. ”
18+ Years of Experience
50+ Articles Written
51K+ Readers Reached
Education
M.S. in Finance and Economics from West Texas A&M
Organizations
Investigative Reporters & Editors, American Economic Association, National Association for Business Economics, Omicron Delta Epsilon
As NerdWallet’s Senior Economist, Elizabeth Renter spends her time analyzing economic trends and data to help people make more informed decisions about their personal finances. Her work has been cited by The New York Times, The Washington Post, the "Today" show, CNBC and elsewhere. Prior to joining NerdWallet in 2014, she was a freelance journalist. She received a Masters of Science in Finance and Economics from West Texas A&M University, and focused her elective coursework on macroeconomics and analytics. When she’s not at work, Elizabeth enjoys college football, old houses, traveling to old cities and powerlifting. She is based in Durham, North Carolina.
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