Erik J. Martin

Erik J. Martin

Erik J. Martin is a Chicago area-based freelance writer and public relations expert whose articles have been featured in AARP The Magazine, Reader's Digest, The Costco Connection, The Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times and other publications. He often writes on topics related to real estate, business, technology, health care, insurance, and entertainment.


Posts by Erik J. Martin

credit card pre-approval preparation
Credit card pre-approval preparation
May 7, 2023
Take out a personal loan
When is a good time to take out a personal loan?
April 5, 2023
Paper Money Day
What does paper money have to do with credit?
March 10, 2023
Panic Day
Panic Day and how financial stress affects mental health
March 9, 2023
budget cuts
The Ultimate Budget Cuts Checklist
January 20, 2023
money-saving hacks
9 Money-Saving Hacks for 2023
January 4, 2023
reporting your rent payments
Build credit by reporting your rent payments
October 26, 2022
getting pre-approved before applying for a credit card
The pros and cons of getting pre-approved for a credit card
September 11, 2022
debt consolidation
All There is to Know About Debt Consolidation
August 12, 2022
apply for a mortgage
Timing is Everything: When is the Right Time to Apply for a Mortgage?
June 20, 2022