Jackie Lam
Contributing writer
Jackie Lam is a personal finance writer and is based in Los Angeles. She is an accredited AFC® financial educator.
Jackie is passionate about helping artists, freelancers, and gig economy workers with their finances. She has in-depth experience writing about all aspects of personal finance, including budgeting, investing, frugality, money management, and relationships, and enjoys discovering interesting stories that revolve around money.
In her spare time she enjoys volunteering, water aerobics, sticker collecting, being in nature, and learning the drums.
Awards:
- 2022 recipient of Money Management International's Financial Literacy and Education in Communities (FLEC) Award
- 2022 Plutus Awards recipient for Best Freelancer in Personal Finance Media
Recent Articles
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Investment property vs. second home: What’s the difference?
Learn the key differences between an investment property and a second home, including mortgage requirements, tax implications, and how lenders treat each type.
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When to sell a rental property: A complete guide
Are you unsure whether to sell your rental property? Learn about the various factors that can make it a good time to sell and the steps you can expect to take.
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6-minute read
What are prepaid costs of buying a home?
Learn what prepaid costs are, why they matter, and how to plan ahead for them – so you can approach closing day with clarity, confidence, and no surprises...
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10-minute read
Tiny-home financing and loan options
Looking to buy a tiny home? Discover the best tiny-house loan options, including personal loans, RV loans, and builder financing. Learn what to know before fina...
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A guide to VA loan termite inspections
When you take out a VA loan, you may be required to get a termite inspection. Learn more about the process of getting a VA loan termite inspection.
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4-minute read
Fannie Mae vs. Freddie Mac: What’s the difference?
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac buy conforming loans from lenders to make sure they have enough cash to keep writing loans. Learn how they’re similar and diffe...
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8-minute read
Smart home: Definition, benefits and the best smart home devices
Smart home technology lets you remotely control devices and systems in your home. Explore the benefits of having a smart home and the best smart home devices...
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