Jackie Cohen

1 Out Of 9 Credit Scores Increased Overnight

How would you like an overnight increase in your credit score, through no action of your own? An estimated 11% of Americans experienced an immediate credit boost as of April 16. It wasn’t a visit from the Credit Fairy, but rather the result of regulatory oversight. Jackie CohenJackie Cohen is an award winning financial journalist […]

Should You Borrow Against 403(b) Plans — or Any Other Retirement Accounts?

You can borrow against 403(b), 457(b), 401(k) or a Roth IRA plans — if the plan sponsor allows it  — but only the solo 401(k) lets you do so without having to pay a penalty. Jackie CohenJackie Cohen is an award winning financial journalist turned turned financial advisor obsessed with climate change risk, data and […]

A $100 Gift Card Could Be Yours If You Tell Us a Few Things

Want a $100 gift card for Amazon?  Jackie CohenJackie Cohen is an award winning financial journalist turned turned financial advisor obsessed with climate change risk, data and business. Jackie holds a B.A. Degree from Macalester College and an M.A. in English from Claremont Graduate University.