EastRise Writing · 2019–2025
Fifty-three articles for VSECU and EastRise
I wrote these articles between 2019 and 2025. They cover stimulus checks, fraud, debt, electric vehicles, home energy, budgeting, travel, and life in Vermont.
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Links go to the current EastRise versions. One article is retained by title because EastRise no longer publishes it.
- Automotive · Oct 24, 2025
Are Snow Tires Actually Worth It in Vermont?
- Financial Literacy · Aug 21, 2025
Best Podcasts for Learning About Finance—Without the Jargon
- Savings & Budgeting · Jun 27, 2025
#Vanlife: Making a Home on Wheels Work for Your Budget
- Fraud & Security · Nov 21, 2024
Top Tips to Avoid Holiday Scams: Stay Safe While Shopping Online
- Fraud & Security · Oct 31, 2024
Learn About Common Fraud Schemes
- Technology & Banking · May 17, 2024
Leveraging AI for Financial Literacy: A Comprehensive Guide
- Credit & Debt · Apr 24, 2024
Debt Consolidation Strategies: A Path to Financial Freedom
- Savings & Budgeting · Mar 15, 2024
Planning for Spring Break on a Budget: A Guide for Savvy Travelers
- Food & Home Life · Feb 8, 2024
Sipping on Wisdom: Embracing Life’s Little Luxuries without Financial Regret
- Green Energy & EVs · Dec 5, 2023
Heating Historic Homes: Maximizing Efficiency and Minimizing Costs
- Savings & Budgeting · Nov 2, 2023
Savings Account Guide: Maximize Interest and Pick the Right Account for You
- Savings & Budgeting · Oct 19, 2023
How to Start Budgeting with the Simple Envelope System
- Savings & Budgeting · Oct 10, 2023
The Power of Seven: A Complete Guide to the Seven Percent Savings Rule
- Home & Energy · Sep 19, 2023
Preparing for Winter in Vermont: Your Essential Fall Home Maintenance Checklist
- Credit & Debt · Aug 29, 2023
Choosing the Perfect Credit Card: Factors to Consider for Your Financial Needs and Lifestyle
- Green Energy & EVs · Aug 22, 2023
Maximizing Fuel Efficiency: Easy Tips for Every Driver
- Green Energy & EVs · Jun 14, 2023
Hybrid Vehicle vs. Electric Car: Nine Pros and Cons to Consider at the Dealership
- Technology & Banking · Archived article
A Comprehensive Guide to EV Charging Apps
EastRise no longer publishes this article - Holiday & Seasonal · Dec 21, 2022
Last-Minute Gift Ideas for Kids this Holiday Season
- Savings & Budgeting · Dec 15, 2022
How to Avoid Over-gifting and Save Money This Holiday Season
- Savings & Budgeting · Dec 8, 2022
How to Save Money While Traveling for the Holidays
- Savings & Budgeting · Dec 5, 2022
Skip New Year's Resolutions and Set Intentions for Your 2023 Finances
- Travel & Lifestyle · Nov 21, 2022
Places to Volunteer in Vermont
- Fraud & Security · Oct 21, 2022
Identity Theft: How a Fast Response Saved My Credit
- Savings & Budgeting · Jul 28, 2022
How to Manage Money in Your Budgeting App
- Credit & Debt · May 20, 2022
Planning for Retirement: When Should You Pay Off a Mortgage Early?
- Credit & Debt · Apr 12, 2022
How to Lower Your Credit Card Interest Rate
- Credit & Debt · Jan 13, 2022
Holiday Debt: What Not to Do
- Green Energy & EVs · Dec 21, 2021
Buying an Electric Car Saved Me Money
- Holiday & Seasonal · Nov 22, 2021
7 Holiday Shopping Tips to Avoid Supply Chain Issues
- Investment & Retirement · Jul 8, 2021
What You Need to Know about the Child Tax Credit
- Investment & Retirement · Jun 8, 2021
Investment Apps and Meme Stocks: It's Wise to Be Wary
- Green Energy & EVs · May 21, 2021
Need a New Dryer? Save Money with an Energy Efficient Heat Pump Dryer
- Fraud & Security · May 13, 2021
Planning a Trip? Here Are Five Tips for Traveling Safely after COVID
- Fraud & Security · Apr 20, 2021
How to Spot a Facebook Scam and Prevent Fraud on Social Media
- COVID-19 Resources · Mar 10, 2021
What You Need to Know About Your Third Stimulus Check
- Savings & Budgeting · Feb 23, 2021
Meal Planning to Save Money
- COVID-19 Resources · Dec 29, 2020
What Vermonters Need to Know About the $600 Stimulus Check
- Fraud & Security · Dec 16, 2020
How to Protect Your Credit and Prevent Identity Theft this Holiday Season
- Holiday & Seasonal · Nov 25, 2020
Local Deals for Your Black Friday and Cyber Monday Holiday Shopping
- Financial Literacy · Sep 24, 2020
Three Phases to Managing Finances in a Relationship
- COVID-19 Resources · Sep 4, 2020
How Vermonters Will Be Affected by the New CDC Eviction Ban
- COVID-19 Resources · Jul 2, 2020
Get Your Vermont-Made Face Masks Here
- COVID-19 Resources · May 21, 2020
Your Economic Impact Payment Could Arrive by Debit Card
- COVID-19 Resources · May 6, 2020
How to Manage Your Personal Finances during COVID-19
- COVID-19 Resources · Apr 15, 2020
Top Five Myths about IRS Stimulus Payments
- COVID-19 Resources · Apr 4, 2020
Everything You Need to Know about Your IRS Stimulus Payment
- COVID-19 Resources · Mar 27, 2020
Community Resources to Help You Thrive during COVID-19.
- Fraud & Security · Mar 23, 2020
Keeping You and Your Money Safe during COVID-19!
- Green Energy & EVs · Jan 29, 2020
How do Pellet Furnace Prices Compare?
- Technology & Banking · Dec 10, 2019
How to Pay with Your Phone
- Holiday & Seasonal · Dec 2, 2019
Save Big with these Cyber Monday Deals
- Green Energy & EVs · Nov 1, 2019
Buy the Best Smart Thermostat (and Still Save Money)