Kevin Payne

Kevin Payne

About the Author

-Personal finance writer for five years

-Owner of Family Money Adventure

-Avid family traveler

Bio and experience

Kevin Payne is a family travel and finance expert. After he and his wife added two girls to their family through adoption, Kevin got serious about taking control of their finances so their family could still enjoy their favorite pleasures, like travel. Now, he’s self-employed and spends his free time traveling with his wife and four kids.

Kevin writes about credit cards, travel, student loans, saving money, homeownership, and career and entrepreneurship. His work has been featured in Forbes Advisor, The Ascent, FInance Buzz, Slick Deals, Student Loan Planner, and more. You can find him on LinkedIn and Twitter.

Education Kevin is in the process of becoming an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC).

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The Archive

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Personal loans, builder loans, and RV loans are a few options to help finance the purchase of a tiny home.

Debt relief vs. debt consolidation: What’s the difference?

You may qualify for support or lending options to make debt repayment more manageable.

Home equity loan vs. personal loan: Which is best for you?

Home equity loans and personal loans are similar, but they each have their own benefits and drawbacks.

Small personal loans: What to know

Small personal loans are an affordable way to receive quick cash for immediate financial needs.

How to get a $1,000 personal loan

If you need access to funds quickly for unexpected expenses, a small personal loan can often be the solution.

What are flex loans?

Flex loans have higher APRs and more fees than alternative forms of lending, and should only be considered after exhausting other options.

What to know about mortgage pre-approval

Getting pre-approved for a mortgage shows that you’re a serious buyer and gives you a realistic idea of what homes you can afford.

How much credit card debt is too much?

There’s no hard rule for how much debt is too much, but if you're struggling to make payments, it’s likely time to find a solution.

Best Interest-only mortgage lenders of December 2023

An interest-only mortgage can help you save money in the first years of home ownership. But it only makes sense in certain scenarios.