Lacey Stark is a freelance personal finance writer for Finder, specializing
in banking, loans, investing, estate planning, and more. She has 20
years of experience writing and editing for magazines, newspapers, and
online publications. A word nerd from childhood, Lacey officially got her
start reporting on live sporting events and moved on to cover topics
such as construction, technology, and travel before finding her niche in
personal finance. Originally from New England, she received her
bachelor’s degree from the University of Denver and completed a
postgraduate journalism program at Metropolitan State University also
in Denver. She currently lives in Chicagoland with her dog Chunk and
likes to read and play golf.
Latest articles by Lacey Stark
243 articles written by this author
How to Finance a Nintendo Switch: Payment Plans & Options
Three financing options to purchase a Nintendo Switch, including store financing, BNPL apps or cash advance providers.

New Capital Financial: Debt Relief Cosplaying as Personal Loans
A review of New Capital Financial, a company that claims to offer personal loans, but seems to offer debt settlement services instead.

Birch Lending: Avoid This Tribal Lender – Consider These Instead
A review of Birch Lending, a tribal lender that offers installment loans up to $3,000.

Quick Credit Connect: OK in a Pinch, But Consider These Options
A review of Quick Credit Connect, a transparent lender that offers fee-free installment loans but charges high APRs.

TriPoint Lending Review: Watch Out for This Bait & Switch
A review of TriPoint Lending, a company that claims to offer personal loans but may try to get you to enroll in a debt settlement program.

Days Loan Review: We Don’t Recommend – See Why
A review of Days Loan, a loan referral service that connects borrowers with loans up to $5,000.

15 Apps Like Afterpay: Competitor Sites & Alternatives (2025)
Compare BNPL sites like Afterpay with similar apps and cash advance apps.

14 Apps Like Sezzle: Competitor Sites & Alternatives (2025)
A comparison of BNPL apps like Sezzle and cash advance apps.

Personify Financial: Legit Lender But Rates Can Be High
A review of Personify Financial, a lender that offers installment loans up to $15,000 with rates starting at 36% for borrowers with poor credit.

FinnFox Review: Several Red Flags Make This One to Avoid
A review of FinnFox, a loan connection service that seems to have a lot of red flags.
