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# Cassidy Horton

Cassidy Horton is an academic advisor turned finance writer who’s passionate about helping people find financial freedom. With an MBA and a bachelor’s in public relations, she’s had the pleasure of working with top finance brands like Forbes Advisor and PayPal. She’s also the founder of Money Hungry Freelancers, a platform dedicated to helping freelancers ditch their financial stress. In her spare time, you can find Horton hiking in the Pacific Northwest and cuddling her two cats.

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## Read more articles by Cassidy Horton

- [6 Steps to Build a Budget as a College Student](/blog/six-steps-to-build-a-budget-as-a-college-student.html) — Tuition and Financial Aid | July 07, 2023 • 8 minutes

- [How to Borrow Student Loans for College](/blog/how-to-borrow-student-loans-for-college.html) — Tuition and Financial Aid | July 04, 2023 • 7 minutes

- [What Is a Student Loan and How Does It Work?](/blog/what-is-a-student-loan.html) — Tuition and Financial Aid | June 08, 2023 • 5 minutes
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