Jessica Martel

Jessica Martel

Writer, Fox Money

Writer

  • 10+ years of editorial experience
  • CFEI certification
  • Bylines at Investopedia, The Balance, and Time Stamped

Experience

Jessica Martel is a Canadian freelance finance writer, professional researcher, and Certified Financial Education Instructor. She has spent over six years specializing in financial literacy and women and money. Her previous work includes contributing her expertise to Money Under 30, Investopedia, Soapbox: A Motley Fool Company, The Balance, and Gohenry. Jessica is currently a contributing writer at Simplii Financial, Scotiabank, Chime, Loans Canada, and Insurify.

Martel's byline has also been featured by Time Stamped, Seeking Alpha, Discover, and American Express.

Education

Martel has bachelor's degrees in communications and psychology, as well as a master's in cognitive research psychology from the University of Calgary.

Jessica’s Latest Articles

Best short-term personal loans
Personal LoansBest short-term personal loans

An estimated 37% of Americans can’t afford a surprise expense over $400, according to recent research by Empower. If you’re one of them, short-term personal loans may help you bridge the gap. While the shorter terms often mean ...

By Jessica Martel

August 20, 2024

Can a debt consolidation loan stop wage garnishment?
Personal LoansCan a debt consolidation loan stop wage garnishment?

If your wages are being garnished, you’re not alone. According to a study on wage garnishment in the United States, more than one in every 100 workers was the subject of a wage garnishment in 2019. But you may be able to stop w...

By Jessica Martel

September 26, 2024

Best debt consolidation loan rates of November 2024
Personal LoansBest debt consolidation loan rates of November 2024

A debt consolidation loan can streamline your payments and save you money by combining your existing debts into one new loan with a lower annual percentage rate (APR) and payment. But how much you can save depends largely on th...

By Jessica Martel

October 1, 2024

Best loans for no credit history of April 2025
Personal LoansBest loans for no credit history of April 2025

Many loans cater to borrowers with no credit history, but some are much better than others. Generally speaking, lenders that don’t check your credit offer loans with high fees, low amounts, and short repayment terms — think pay...

By Jessica Martel

October 1, 2024

Best personal loans with a cosigner in November 2024
Personal LoansBest personal loans with a cosigner in November 2024

Consumer debt is on the rise with the total reaching a record $17.5 trillion in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the New York Federal Reserve. But lending standards are tightening. If you’re struggling to qualify for a ...

By Jessica Martel

October 1, 2024

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