Jackie Cohen is an award winning financial journalist turned turned financial advisor obsessed with climate change risk, data and business. Jackie holds a B.A. Degree from Macalester College and an M.A. in English from Claremont Graduate University.
Credit & Debt
How You Can Become Creditworthy
Just a short four years ago, my finances and credit score were horrible. Multiple bad decisions left me with a credit score that was in the 500’s. As someone who was nearing thirty years old, that was not good. I got a better job and decided it was time to get my credit in order. In … Read more
What is Debt Consolidation?
A lot of us are in debt. Many people feel helpless when it comes to the debt they have. If you’re flooded in debt, one option that you might have heard about is debt consolidation. There are pros and cons to using a debt consolidation program. In this post, I will be going over how debt … Read more
Is Debt Relief Better Than Bankruptcy?
A lot of people have debt. Some are struggling, while others including myself are working hard to pay it off. If you’re struggling with your debt, I know that you possibly have considered bankruptcy or debt consolidation before. Do you consider debt relief a better option than bankruptcy? Do you think bankruptcy will help you … Read more


