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Jacob Parker

Jacob Parker

Jacob Parker is a finance and technology writer at BestMoney.com, specializing in insurance. With a background in climate science, he’s deeply interested in fintech, sustainability, and ESG research. Jacob leverages his interdisciplinary experience to help readers make informed financial decisions.

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Pets Best Pets Insurance Review 2025

Pets Best is one of the most established pet insurance providers on the web today. It was launched in 2005 by Dr. Jack Stephens, who actually helped to kick start the pet insurance industry some 40 years ago. Today, the Pets Best service stands out thanks to its international pet coverage and unlimited protection.
Read ReviewAug 3, 2025
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Upstart Review

Upstart is a lending marketplace that harnesses AI and advanced algorithms to provide consumers with affordable financing while reducing risks for lenders. In this Upstart review, we’ll take a close look at how well this system works for borrowers. As you’ll find out, the advanced tech underlying the platform means that Upstart might approve your application even if other lenders have turned you down.
Read ReviewJul 7, 2025
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ASPCA Pet Health Insurance Review 2025

ASPCA® Pet Health Insurance plans are offered by PTZ Insurance Agency, Ltd. with the same devotion to caring for animals that has defined the efforts of The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals® (ASPCA®). PTZ Insurance Agency, Ltd. markets the company’s products directly to consumers, through veterinary practices, and to employers, associations, and brokers.
Read ReviewFeb 18, 2025
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MoneyLion Review

Refinancing and restructuring your existing student debt can help simplify your payments and reduce your overall interest rate. MoneyLion is a marketplace tool that promises to use machine learning to match you with a suitable refinancing service. As you’ll find out in this review, the platform stands out thanks to its use of soft credit searches that don’t have any impact on your credit score.
Read ReviewFeb 4, 2025
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Upstart Business Loans Review

Upstart is a lending platform that uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) algorithms to provide loans to small businesses. The application process is simple and fast. Upstart offers rates and terms immediately, and typically transfers funds within one business day.² In addition to business loans, Upstart also offers personal loans that can be used for a wide variety of purposes including home improvements and debt consolidation, and car refinancing.
Read ReviewFeb 4, 2025
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Upstart Review

Upstart is a lending marketplace that harnesses AI and advanced algorithms to provide consumers with affordable financing while reducing risks for lenders. In this Upstart review, we’ll take a close look at how well this system works for borrowers. As you’ll find out, the advanced tech underlying the platform means that Upstart might approve your application even if other lenders have turned you down.
Read ReviewJan 30, 2025
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How To Safely Support Your Family Abroad During the COVID-19 Outbreak

In this difficult time, many are looking for ways to send cash from the U.S. to loved ones abroad. If you need to transfer money overseas, here’s how to do it.
Read MoreSep 16, 2024
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Pets Best Pets Insurance Review

Pets Best is one of the most established pet insurance providers on the web today. It was launched in 2005 by Dr. Jack Stephens, who actually helped to kick start the pet insurance industry some 40 years ago. Today, the Pets Best service stands out thanks to its international pet coverage and unlimited protection.
Read ReviewSep 4, 2024
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CommonBond Student Loan Review 2024

CommonBond is a student loan refinancing service. You can use it to refinance your existing debt with variable, fixed-rate, and hybrid loans. Besides refinancing millions of dollars in student loans, the company has a social mission and helps to fund the education of a child in need with each loan that it originates. Find out more in this CommonBond review.
Read ReviewAug 21, 2024
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Credit Acceptance Review

Founded in 1972, Credit Acceptance is an auto financing company with a network of over 15,000 dealerships to help consumers with poor credit purchase vehicles. After you pre-qualify for financing through the company’s website, Credit Acceptance will match you with up to three dealerships in its network to purchase a vehicle. The company finances auto financing indirectly, meaning you will apply for and secure your financing through a dealership.
Read ReviewApr 30, 2024
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Farmers® Review

Farmers® is one of the biggest insurers in the US, but you might not know that this organization also offers pet insurance. Pet Insurance through Farmers® is provided by Pets Best. Farmers® teamed up with Pets Best in 2014 to offer their pet insurance, so that Farmers® could offer the same kind of quality insurance for pets that its customers have grown to trust.
Read ReviewJan 30, 2023
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