Dawn Papandrea

Dawn Papandrea is a writer specializing in personal finance topics including credit cards, family finances and consumer issues. Her work has appeared on a number of financial websites including LendingTree, MagnifyMoney, CreditCards.com, BankRate.com, U.S. News & World Report, as well as publications including Family Circle. Dawn has a master’s degree in journalism from New York University. Follow her on Twitter: @dawnpapandrea.

Articles by Dawn Papandrea

91% of Americans Canceled Travel Plans in 2020, Potentially Saving Nearly $84 Billion

More than 7 in 10 Americans planned to travel in 2020, but about 9 in 10 of those travelers canceled their plans amid the coronavirus... read more

59% of Borrowers Who Paid Off Credit Card Had No Balance 3 Months Later

Paying off a credit card is a great feeling for consumers struggling with debt. But is this usually a fleeting success, or can consumers keep... read more

American Consumers’ Average Weekly Grocery Spending Increased by 17% During the Pandemic, Despite Fewer Trips

The pandemic has reshaped so much of our lives, including the way we shop for groceries. From how often people shop to how much they... read more

4 in 10 Americans Weren’t Financially Prepared for Coronavirus Pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has had a major financial impact on American consumers. In fact, 40% of Americans said they weren’t prepared to handle the financial... read more

2 in 3 Parents Stressed About Paying For Back-to-School, Up From 43% in 2019

This back-to-school season is unlike any we’ve ever seen. With the school year riddled with uncertainty, it’s no wonder 2 in 3 parents said they’re... read more

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