Nick Dauk

Nick Dauk

Writer

Writer

  • 3+ years covering personal finance news
  • Byline at CBS News, MSN, the New York Post, and Business Insider

Experience

Nick Dauk is a freelance writer specializing in personal finance, with over three years of experience in the field. Throughout his career, Dauk spent more than five years at the Golf Channel in various roles, ultimately serving as a broadcast operations supervisor before leaving the company. He later worked as a senior travel writer at The Culture Trip and as a freelance writer for BisNow, Fox News, and Hilton Grand Vacations.

Currently, Dauk contributes his financial expertise to Viator and Insurify, and his travel expertise to Trainline. His bylines have been featured by CBS News, MSN, Business Insider, Wealth Insider, The Edge, The Telegraph, BBC, EuroNews, Yahoo, the New York Post, Swagger Magazine, and The Epoch News.

Expertise

  • Personal and student loans
  • Credit
  • Insurance
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Travel

Education

Dauk has a bachelor's in interdisciplinary studies from the University of Central Florida.

Nick’s Latest Articles

What not to fix when selling a house
MortgageWhat not to fix when selling a house

The median existing home sale price climbed to $422,600 in July according to data compiled by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). If you’re considering listing your home in this market, you might be wondering how to ge...

By Nick Dauk

September 13, 2024

How much can I afford when buying a house?
MortgageHow much can I afford when buying a house?

Interest rates on 30-year fixed-rate mortgages dropped over half a percentage point from their May 2024 peak, according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Housing Market Indicators Monthly Update for Augu...

By Nick Dauk

September 13, 2024

How much does it cost to sell a house?
MortgageHow much does it cost to sell a house?

Home sales cooled earlier this year, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), but could pick up if interest rates continue to drop. The Federal Reserve is expected to announce an interest rate cut in September,...

By Nick Dauk

September 6, 2024

Best housebuying websites: Your ultimate guide
MortgageBest housebuying websites: Your ultimate guide

The National Association of REALTORS® reported that all homebuyers used the internet to search for a home in 2023, and 41% of buyers looked online at properties for sale as their first step in the homebuying process. Some ...

By Nick Dauk

August 16, 2024

Veterans United mortgage review 2024
MortgageVeterans United mortgage review 2024

Best for: Veterans Veterans United is a great lending option for veterans of the U.S. armed forces. It’s the top lender for VA home loans, with 23,859 loans originated since the beginning of fiscal 2024, according to stati...

By Nick Dauk

September 24, 2024

VA loan vs. conventional loan: How to choose
MortgageVA loan vs. conventional loan: How to choose

According to a 2023 analysis from the RAND Epstein Family Veterans Policy Research Institute, about 80% of veterans own a home, compared to 60% of nonveterans. Purchasing a house is one of the largest financial decisions you’ll...

By Nick Dauk

September 23, 2024

Best Refinance Lenders To Pay Off Student Loans Fast
Student Loan RefinanceBest Refinance Lenders To Pay Off Student Loans Fast

Refinancing your student loans can help you pay them off faster if you select a shorter repayment term. Paying off your student loans as quickly as possible could help you pay less interest over the life of the loan and free up...

By Nick Dauk

October 16, 2024

How to write a financial aid appeal letter
Personal FinanceHow to write a financial aid appeal letter

Getting denied federal aid is discouraging, but don’t assume that you still can’t obtain the financial aid you need to attend college.If you’re deemed ineligible for federal financial aid, you have the option to write a financi...

By Nick Dauk

October 16, 2024

3 ways to consolidate credit card debt
Credit Cards3 ways to consolidate credit card debt

Credit cards can be useful financial tools. Unfortunately, they can also create financial hardship if you don’t pay off your balances on time. Americans paid an estimated $120 billion in credit card interest and fees from 2018 ...

By Nick Dauk

October 16, 2024

Student loans to pay for trade school: What to know
Student LoansStudent loans to pay for trade school: What to know

College isn’t your only option for continuing your education after high school. A trade school, also known as a vocational school or career school, is another education pathway to consider — especially if you’re interested in a...

By Nick Dauk

October 17, 2024

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