Mary Ellen Cagnassola

Reporter

Joined February 2021

Mary Ellen (M.E.) Cagnassola joined Money in 2022 as a reporter covering service-driven stories for everyday consumers. She got her start as a general assignment reporter in her home state, New Jersey, after earning a bachelor's degree in journalism and media studies from Rutgers University.

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This Is the Salary Americans Now Need to Feel Financially Secure

This Is the Salary Americans Now Need to Feel Financially Secure

Published: Oct 12, 20233 min read

Social Security and the 2024 COLA: Everything You Need to Know

Social Security and the 2024 COLA: Everything You Need to Know

Everyday MoneyRetirement

Published: Oct 12, 202310 min read

Social Security Benefits Will Rise 3.2% in 2024 — Another Historically High COLA

Social Security Benefits Will Rise 3.2% in 2024 — Another Historically High COLA

Published: Oct 12, 20235 min read

Only 16% of Americans Say It's a Good Time to Buy a House

Only 16% of Americans Say It's a Good Time to Buy a House

Published: Oct 11, 20234 min read

Why a Small Business Credit Card is Essential if You’re Self-Employed

Why a Small Business Credit Card is Essential if You’re Self-Employed

Credit CardsEveryday Money

Published: Oct 11, 20234 min read

Down Payment Assistance: These States Will Give You Money to Buy a House

Down Payment Assistance: These States Will Give You Money to Buy a House

Published: Oct 10, 20239 min read

These Are the 4 Best Money Moves for October 2023

These Are the 4 Best Money Moves for October 2023

Published: Oct 2, 20238 min read

Home Sellers Are Cutting Prices as Buyer Competition Drops ‘Remarkably Fast’

Home Sellers Are Cutting Prices as Buyer Competition Drops ‘Remarkably Fast’

Published: Oct 2, 20235 min read

How Much House Can I Afford?

How Much House Can I Afford?

MortgagesReal Estate

Published: Sep 28, 202317 min read

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