Coryanne Hicks

Coryanne Hicks is a personal finance writer and ghostwriter, and formerly a representative at Fidelity Investments. In addition to articles, Hicks has ghostwritten whitepapers and financial guidebooks for dozens of industry professionals. Her U.S. News & World Report video series on how to start investing at any age won an honorable mention at the 2019 Folio: Eddie & Ozzie awards for best Consumer How-To video. She was also a 2019 SABEW Goldschmidt fellow for business journalists.

Articles by Coryanne Hicks

Does Credit Counseling Hurt Your Credit?

April 26, 2023

Credit counselors are like fairy godmothers for managing your debt — when you feel in over your head, these pros can help you create a... read more

Should You Use a Personal Loan for Investing?

April 21, 2023

You may have heard the adage, “It takes money to make money.” Seldom does that feel more true than with investing. Saving money to invest... read more

2023 Alabama First-Time Homebuyer Programs

March 30, 2023

Alabama’s first-time homebuyer programs offer low-interest loans, down payment grants and tax credits designed to help state residents achieve their dream of homeownership. First-time homebuyer... read more

How Long Do Derogatory Marks Stay on Your Credit Report?

March 15, 2023

A poor credit score can make a lot of things harder. It can make borrowing difficult or more expensive. It can even cause your insurance... read more