Kerra Bolton
Kerra is an award-winning journalist with NYT Outstanding Journalism Award, covering personal finance, retirement with 20+ years of experience. Helping readers make informed financial decisions.
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About Kerra
Kerra Bolton is a financial journalist and strategist with a background as a political journalist, lobbyist, and communications consultant. She has spent decades analyzing how government budgets, campaigns, and policy shape economic life. Her expertise lies in connecting public policy to everyday money decisions. Drawing on her global experience and deep policy insight, she helps readers navigate the financial systems that impact their lives, whether managing debt, taking a vacation, funding a move abroad or preparing for economic shifts.
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Stories by Kerra Bolton
Retiring This Year? Here's How To Build an Accurate Monthly Spending Estimate Before Your Last Paycheck
Rent, Food and Fuel: The September Price Increases Hitting Households Hardest
Social Security Payment Schedule September 2026: Here’s When Checks Arrive
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