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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What is an FHA Energy Efficient Mortgage?
Learn how an FHA Energy Efficient Mortgage (EEM) can finance cost‑effective upgrades, lower utility bills, and boost comfort. See requirements and get started.
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A guide to buying a house with an LLC
There are pros and cons to putting a house under an LLC. Check out our guide for buying an investment property with an LLC.
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How to lower your mortgage payment
Paying off your mortgage doesn’t always go as planned, but there are ways to reduce your monthly payments. Learn how to lower your mortgage payment here.
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Interest rate caps: What are they and how do they work?
An interest rate cap limits how much your interest rate will rise on an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM). Find out more about rate caps and how they work.
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A complete guide to commercial REITs
Interested in learning more about commercial REITs? Our ultimate guide simplifies the complexities for you to shed light on these powerful investment tools.
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Home buying rules: 9 essential steps for buyers
When buying a home, it helps to start with the basic rul...
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A guide to gifts of equity: What taxes to expect, how to write a gift letter, and more
A gift of equity is used to help secure financing for a family member’s home. Here’s how it works and what to expect when using one.
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Energy-efficient home: What it is and how to create one
An energy-efficient home has various appliances and features that reduce energy consumption and offer potential savings. Learn about how you can create one.
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12 ways to decide where you should live
Understanding your lifestyle and how much you can afford helps you decide where to buy a house, but is that it? Our guide can help you decide where to live.
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