Sandy John

Sandy John

Writer

Writer

  • 20+ years covering personal finance
  • Byline at The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, CNN, and U.S. News & World Report

Experience

Sandy John is a former newspaper business journalist who specializes in writing about personal finance topics such as mortgages, home buying and ownership, credit, and insurance. She enjoys camping, hiking, and kayaking.

Expertise

Credit cards

Education

John has a bachelor's in journalism from JMU and attended a fellowship program in business journalism at the University of Missouri.

Sandy’s Latest Articles

Credit card preapproval vs. prequalification: What they mean and how they impact your credit score
Credit CardsCredit card preapproval vs. prequalification: What they mean and how they impact your credit score

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By Sandy John

November 21, 2024

What is a medical credit card, and should you apply for one?
Credit CardsWhat is a medical credit card, and should you apply for one?

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By Sandy John

October 1, 2024

How to freeze your credit and when it makes sense
Credit CardsHow to freeze your credit and when it makes sense

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By Sandy John

November 21, 2024

What is a good credit score, and how do I get one?
Credit CardsWhat is a good credit score, and how do I get one?

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By Sandy John

November 22, 2024

How to cancel a credit card: A step-by-step guide
Credit CardsHow to cancel a credit card: A step-by-step guide

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By Sandy John

November 22, 2024

The dark side of Buy Now, Pay Later: 29% of users admit to overspending
Credit CardsThe dark side of Buy Now, Pay Later: 29% of users admit to overspending

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By Sandy John

May 20, 2024

You can pay your taxes with a credit card — but should you?
Credit CardsYou can pay your taxes with a credit card — but should you?

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By Sandy John

November 22, 2024

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