Jackie Lam profile

Jackie Lam

Contributing Writer

Jackie Lam has 8 years of experiencing writing in the personal finance space for both fintech startups and Fortune 500 companies. She is a candidate for the AFCPE financial coaching certification, with a focus on helping freelancing creatives and artists with their money.

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Why HELOCs Are Harder to Get on Investment Properties, and What to Know If You’re Considering It

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Here’s How Mutual Funds Can Protect Your Investments

Tradestation review

TradeStation Review 2022: Sophisticated Platform With Robust Tools, but Might Be Unnecessary for Newer Investors

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Series I Bonds Can Help You Balance Stock Market Volatility. Experts Share Their Insights

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Defaulting on a Loan Can Have Serious Consequences, but You Have Options to Avoid Default. Here’s How to Take Action

What Are Employee Stock Options & How Do They Work?

Here’s What Employee Stock Options Are and How They Work

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How Investors Should React to Bull and Bear Markets: Set It and Forget It

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How to Measure the Stock Market Using Indexes — and Invest in Them, Too

What is an HSA account and why is it a good investment?

Financial Experts Love HSAs, and So Do We. Here’s Why Your Portfolio Needs This Tax-Efficient Investment Tool

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Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) Let You Invest In Real Estate Without Owning Property, but Here Are The Downsides