Green Dot Prepaid Card Review
The Green Dot card is an FDIC-insured, reoladable prepaid debit card that can be used to make payments and purchases and withdraw cash. Green Dot cards are sold at retailers…
Jeanne Lee
Jeanne is a former NerdWallet writer focusing on credit, debt and loans. She has covered financial topics for more than 20 years, including stints at Fortune and Money magazines.
Posts by Jeanne Lee:
What Banks Charge for Debit Foreign Transaction Fees
Foreign transaction fees can add up fast when using your debit card abroad. The fees are often 1% to 3% of the amount of a purchase, and many banks also apply…
How to Set Up Direct Deposit
Direct deposit is a free electronic transfer service that sends your paychecks or benefit checks to a bank account or prepaid debit card of your choosing. Having Chase or Bank…
How to Get Out of Debt: 7 Tips That Work
Getting out of debt is something you can do yourself with the right tools and motivation. Take it from those who’ve been there. The people profiled in NerdWallet’s How I…
How to Live Below Your Means Without Feeling Deprived
Living below your means isn’t just about cutting costs and saving money. It’s about taking control of your money, so it doesn’t control you. When you live below your means,…
How I Ditched Debt: New Parents Quit Credit Cards
In this series, NerdWallet interviews people who have triumphed over debt using a combination of commitment, budgeting and smart financial choices. Responses have been edited for length and clarity. Lydia…
How I Ditched Debt: No Sleep for New Parents Until Payoff
In this series, NerdWallet interviews people who have triumphed over debt using a combination of commitment, budgeting and smart financial choices. Responses have been edited for length and clarity. Days…
Paying Bills Is a Grind for 43% of Americans, CFPB Finds
More than 40% of U.S. adults struggle to make ends meet, according to a new report from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. It found that the financial well-being of U.S.…
How I Ditched Debt: Extra Payments Became Her Obsession
In this series, NerdWallet interviews people who have triumphed over debt using a combination of commitment, budgeting and smart financial choices. Their stories may even inspire you to pay off…
A High-Wire Act: Paying Off Debt With Retirement Money
Most people consolidate debt with a personal loan or a balance-transfer credit card. Others tap the equity in their homes. These options all come with risk. By comparison, taking a 401(k) loan might look benign —…
