Monique Danao
Monique Danao
ContributorMonique Danao is a highly experienced journalist, editor and copywriter with 8 years of expertise in finance and technology. Her work has been featured in leading publications such as Forbes, Decential, 99Designs, Fast Capital 360, Social Media Today and the South China Morning Post.
Monique Danao is a highly experienced journalist, editor and copywriter with eight years of expertise in finance and technology. Her work has been featured in leading publications such as Forbes, Decential, 99Designs, Fast Capital 360, Social Media Today and the South China Morning Post. As a freelance writer, Monique has collaborated with product managers, marketing teams and executives to craft e-books, thought leadership pieces and data-driven blog posts for B2B SaaS and tech clients, including Lighthouse Labs, Canva, Amplitude, McGaw, Improvado and Segment. She specializes in transforming complex technical concepts into clear, engaging and actionable content tailored to diverse audiences. Previously, Monique worked at MustShareNews Singapore, where she covered breaking news and lifestyle stories. She pitched, researched and conducted interviews to produce high-quality reporting for Singaporean readers, while also covering international events relevant to audiences in Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Hong Kong, China and Thailand. Monique’s approach to content is strategy-driven and audience-focused. She leverages her deep understanding of finance, technology and design to deliver insightful, well-researched narratives that resonate with readers and drive business objectives. Beyond content writing, Monique is passionate about product design and holds a Master of Design Research from York University in Toronto, Canada.
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Managing Money • Apr 30
I’m 50 years old and have just $300,000 in savings but a house worth $5 million. Can I take an early retirement?
A $5M home may boost your net worth — but without strong savings, early retirement could be riskier than it looks.
Managing Money • Apr 30
I’m 50 years old and have just $300,000 in savings but a house worth $5 million. Can I take an early retirement?
A $5M home may boost your net worth — but without strong savings, early retirement could be riskier than it looks.
Employment • Apr 27
Restaurants struggle to hire dishwashers as immigration crackdown and teen labor decline hit workforce
Operators say fewer immigrant workers and declining teen interest are leaving critical kitchen roles unfilled — driving up costs and turnover.
Employment • Apr 27
Restaurants struggle to hire dishwashers as immigration crackdown and teen labor decline hit workforce
Operators say fewer immigrant workers and declining teen interest are leaving critical kitchen roles unfilled — driving up costs and turnover.
News • Apr 26
California hospice fraud exposed after woman falsely enrolled, locked out of Medicare for months
A California advocate warns of rampant hospice fraud after she was wrongly enrolled and locked out of Medicare benefits.
News • Apr 26
California hospice fraud exposed after woman falsely enrolled, locked out of Medicare for months
A California advocate warns of rampant hospice fraud after she was wrongly enrolled and locked out of Medicare benefits.
Managing Money • Apr 25
Dave Ramsey says withdraw 8%, Suze Orman says skip coffee to earn $1M — why gurus' advice could wreck your finances
You might be being “finfluenced” in the wrong direction.
Managing Money • Apr 25
Dave Ramsey says withdraw 8%, Suze Orman says skip coffee to earn $1M — why gurus' advice could wreck your finances
You might be being “finfluenced” in the wrong direction.
Mortgages • Apr 23
Dave Ramsey slams Seattle woman for going into $300K ‘nightmare’ housing deal with in-laws: ‘You can’t afford the house’
“This is not going to end well.”
Mortgages • Apr 23
Dave Ramsey slams Seattle woman for going into $300K ‘nightmare’ housing deal with in-laws: ‘You can’t afford the house’
“This is not going to end well.”
Managing Money • Apr 22
An Atlanta electrician saved $1.7 million — then froze when it finally came time to spend it. Dave Ramsey explained why
After a lifetime of discipline, an electrician expected retirement to feel secure. Instead, he felt anxious about spending even small amounts.
Managing Money • Apr 22
An Atlanta electrician saved $1.7 million — then froze when it finally came time to spend it. Dave Ramsey explained why
After a lifetime of discipline, an electrician expected retirement to feel secure. Instead, he felt anxious about spending even small amounts.
News • Apr 19
White House expects gas prices to drop to $3 this summer despite short-term volatility
Officials say rising fuel costs tied to Middle East tensions are temporary — but drivers may still feel the pinch before prices ease.
News • Apr 19
White House expects gas prices to drop to $3 this summer despite short-term volatility
Officials say rising fuel costs tied to Middle East tensions are temporary — but drivers may still feel the pinch before prices ease.
News • Apr 19
Retired journalist loses $270,000 to ‘pig-butchering’ scam after online romance turns into fake gold investment scheme
An 82-year-old man lost his life savings in just 76 days after a scammer posing as a young woman built trust and lured him into a fraudulent trading platform.
News • Apr 19
Retired journalist loses $270,000 to ‘pig-butchering’ scam after online romance turns into fake gold investment scheme
An 82-year-old man lost his life savings in just 76 days after a scammer posing as a young woman built trust and lured him into a fraudulent trading platform.
Investing • Apr 18
'Finfluencer' who promised 30% returns sentenced to 6 years after $23M Ponzi scheme devastated investors
An Ohio real estate influencer promised 30% returns and financial freedom, but prosecutors say it was all a Ponzi scheme. Here’s how it unfolded and how to protect yourself.
Investing • Apr 18
'Finfluencer' who promised 30% returns sentenced to 6 years after $23M Ponzi scheme devastated investors
An Ohio real estate influencer promised 30% returns and financial freedom, but prosecutors say it was all a Ponzi scheme. Here’s how it unfolded and how to protect yourself.
News • Apr 11
Personal assistant steals $10 million from prominent employers. How to spot elder financial abuse
Catalina Corona admitted to stealing $10 million from her elderly employers over years. Here’s how the fraud unfolded and how to spot elder financial abuse
News • Apr 11
Personal assistant steals $10 million from prominent employers. How to spot elder financial abuse
Catalina Corona admitted to stealing $10 million from her elderly employers over years. Here’s how the fraud unfolded and how to spot elder financial abuse
Loans • Apr 03
I’m 35 and my parents are still paying my $70K+ student loans. My mom wants out but dad doesn’t. Should I take it over?
A caller on The Ramsey Show exhibits how family financial agreements can turn into awkward tension.
Loans • Apr 03
I’m 35 and my parents are still paying my $70K+ student loans. My mom wants out but dad doesn’t. Should I take it over?
A caller on The Ramsey Show exhibits how family financial agreements can turn into awkward tension.
Investing • 17669 views
Bill Ackman says some high-quality stocks are ‘stupidly cheap’ — and the discount could offer 10x returns
Markets are shaky, but Bill Ackman says now is the time to buy. Here’s why he’s bullish on Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac — and the risks investors shouldn’t ignore.
Investing • 17669 views
Bill Ackman says some high-quality stocks are ‘stupidly cheap’ — and the discount could offer 10x returns
Markets are shaky, but Bill Ackman says now is the time to buy. Here’s why he’s bullish on Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac — and the risks investors shouldn’t ignore.
Taxes • Mar 31
More Americans are refusing to pay their taxes as a form of protest — but the consequences can be severe
Before committing to tax resistance, you may want to consider less financially implicate forms of protest.
Taxes • Mar 31
More Americans are refusing to pay their taxes as a form of protest — but the consequences can be severe
Before committing to tax resistance, you may want to consider less financially implicate forms of protest.
News • 13502 views
Nearly half of Americans fear a total economic collapse — here's what that would actually mean for you
Americans fear another Great Depression could be coming their way.
News • 13502 views
Nearly half of Americans fear a total economic collapse — here's what that would actually mean for you
Americans fear another Great Depression could be coming their way.
Managing Money • Mar 31
A fisherman and his wife became ‘quiet millionaires’ through simple strategies. Here’s how you can do it, too
You don't have to inherit a fortune to become a millionaire.
Managing Money • Mar 31
A fisherman and his wife became ‘quiet millionaires’ through simple strategies. Here’s how you can do it, too
You don't have to inherit a fortune to become a millionaire.
News • Mar 30
The Washington Post is setting prices 'based on personal data.' Dynamic pricing and how they decide what to charge you
A quiet line in a Washington Post email reveals a bigger shift: companies are using your personal data to set prices just for you.
News • Mar 30
The Washington Post is setting prices 'based on personal data.' Dynamic pricing and how they decide what to charge you
A quiet line in a Washington Post email reveals a bigger shift: companies are using your personal data to set prices just for you.
Banking • Mar 27
This Trump account hack could turn small savings into a tax-free fortune — here’s how it works and who can benefit
A new savings account for kids could become one of the most powerful wealth-building tools yet. Trump accounts may turn modest contributions into tax-free millions — but only if families use a little-known strategy at the right time.
Banking • Mar 27
This Trump account hack could turn small savings into a tax-free fortune — here’s how it works and who can benefit
A new savings account for kids could become one of the most powerful wealth-building tools yet. Trump accounts may turn modest contributions into tax-free millions — but only if families use a little-known strategy at the right time.
News • Mar 26
TSA officers barely surviving on $1 paychecks as shutdown drags on, airport security lines grow. How long can it last?
As absences rise and spring break crowds grow, the financial crisis is becoming an airport operations problem.
News • Mar 26
TSA officers barely surviving on $1 paychecks as shutdown drags on, airport security lines grow. How long can it last?
As absences rise and spring break crowds grow, the financial crisis is becoming an airport operations problem.
Managing Money • Mar 25
Atlanta single mom, 54, drained $85K from her retirement based on ex-boyfriend’s bad advice. What the Ramsey Show says
This parent of a teen with special needs has to heal from more than one type of heartbreak.
Managing Money • Mar 25
Atlanta single mom, 54, drained $85K from her retirement based on ex-boyfriend’s bad advice. What the Ramsey Show says
This parent of a teen with special needs has to heal from more than one type of heartbreak.
Managing Money • Mar 23
74% of retirees say the Federal Reserve helps Wall Street, not them — 4 factors you can control to maximize your income
Conservative investments that retirees rely on don’t provide as much income when rates are cut, forcing you to make tough choices.
Managing Money • Mar 23
74% of retirees say the Federal Reserve helps Wall Street, not them — 4 factors you can control to maximize your income
Conservative investments that retirees rely on don’t provide as much income when rates are cut, forcing you to make tough choices.
Retirement • Mar 19
FL retiree lost her $135K nest egg to a scam call — and crimes targeting seniors are surging. How to protect yourself
She thought she was helping stop bank fraud. Instead, scammers drained her retirement savings.
Retirement • Mar 19
FL retiree lost her $135K nest egg to a scam call — and crimes targeting seniors are surging. How to protect yourself
She thought she was helping stop bank fraud. Instead, scammers drained her retirement savings.
Taxes • Mar 18
Confusion over new tax deductions could cost taxpayers thousands, says expert. How to max out your refund
“There are more changes to the tax law than I’ve seen in 40 years, all at once.”
Taxes • Mar 18
Confusion over new tax deductions could cost taxpayers thousands, says expert. How to max out your refund
“There are more changes to the tax law than I’ve seen in 40 years, all at once.”
Investing • Mar 18
If the Iran war has you rattled and worried about your investments, Dave Ramsey offers blunt advice: stick to your plan
History shows that investors’ patience usually pays off — eventually.
Investing • Mar 18
If the Iran war has you rattled and worried about your investments, Dave Ramsey offers blunt advice: stick to your plan
History shows that investors’ patience usually pays off — eventually.
Taxes • Mar 18
One in 5 people ignore a valuable tax credit that's potentially worth thousands. How to boost your tax refund in 2026
A surprising number of people may be leaving significant money on the table this tax season.
Taxes • Mar 18
One in 5 people ignore a valuable tax credit that's potentially worth thousands. How to boost your tax refund in 2026
A surprising number of people may be leaving significant money on the table this tax season.
Taxes • Mar 13
The average 2026 tax refund is a whopping $3,739, but people aren't making the most of it. Here's how you can
There’s a shift in how Americans are spending their refunds, and it signals economic headwinds ahead.
Taxes • Mar 13
The average 2026 tax refund is a whopping $3,739, but people aren't making the most of it. Here's how you can
There’s a shift in how Americans are spending their refunds, and it signals economic headwinds ahead.
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