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TJ Porter

Investing Writer

About

TJ Porter is a freelance writer based in Malden, Massachusetts. He's been covering personal finance for approximately a decade, focusing on topics such as investing, credit and credit cards. His writing has appeared on Credit Karma, Investopedia and Newsweek Vault.

TJ Porter is a freelance writer who is based in Malden, Massachusetts. He’s been covering personal finance for approximately a decade, focusing on topics such as investing, credit and credit cards. His writing has appeared on Credit Karma, Investopedia and The Balance. Outside of writing, TJ enjoys cooking, reading, soccer, ultimate frisbee and games of the video and board varieties.

Expertise

  • Investing
  • Credit
  • Credit card rewards

Achievements

  • A decade of experience covering finance topics, including credit and investing
  • Has redeemed more than 1 million Chase/Amex points

Other Publications

Education

Northeastern University (B.S., Business Administration)

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About

TJ Porter is a freelance writer based in Malden, Massachusetts. He's been covering personal finance for approximately a decade, focusing on topics such as investing, credit and credit cards. His writing has appeared on Credit Karma, Investopedia and Newsweek Vault.