Sara Clarke

Experience

Sara is an experienced writer, editor and project manager who specializes in personal finance, news and lifestyle content. A journalist with more than two decades of experience, Sara has served as project manager for U.S. News & World Report's education rankings and other data projects, has planned personal finance webinars, and has written, edited and produced content on many consumer-focused topics for news organizations such as NerdWallet, U.S. News, The Seattle Times, and Washingtonpost.com. She enjoys helping consumers make smart, informed decisions and still loves her Atari.

Articles

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Looking for a New Home? This Is the One Type That’s Most Affordable Right Now

Amid rising living costs and mortgage rates, one type of home stands out as the most budget-friendly option for prospective buyers

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This One Common Habit Could Be Depleting Your Retirement Savings—Just Before You Really Need the Cash

Spoiler alert: It may be costing you upwards of $17,000 a year!