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Whitney Vandiver

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  • Home services •
  • Home warranties •
  • Home maintenance
How I Think About Money “I think financial decisions can be intimidating with so much jargon and terminology. I write about finance in a way that breaks it down to help the everyday reader understand what they need to know to feel empowered in their decisions.”
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Education
  • B.A. in English from University of Central Oklahoma
  • M.A. in linguistics from Purdue University
  • Ph.D. in linguistics from Purdue University
Whitney Vandiver writes for NerdWallet, currently focusing on home services, and has been published in The Washington Post, the Los Angeles Times, The Seattle Times and The Independent. When she's not writing, she enjoys reading with a hot latte and spending time with her family. She is based in Houston.
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What Is a Home Warranty & Is It Worth It?
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What Is a Home Warranty & Is It Worth It?

A home warranty can be a helpful tool in maintaining your appliances and home systems, but it's not for everyone. Some homeowners will find a home warranty has too many limitations or won't cover the right items. But other homeowners might find it saves them money on certain repairs. Understanding how a home warranty works and differs from homeowner insurance is the first step in deciding if a home warranty is worth it.

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