Steven Kibbel
Certified Financial Planner
Education
- Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Middle Tennessee State University
Professional Achievements
- Published author of several children's books focused on teaching financial literacy
Certifications & Organizations
- Certified Financial Planner
- Chartered Financial Consultant
- Chartered Life Underwriter
- Series 7 licensed
- Series 66 licensed
- Real Estate Broker
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Co-authored Articles (37)
How to Check Medicaid Status Online, by Phone, or in Person
Find your Medicaid eligibility and application status with our guideMedicaid is a federal program that provides health coverage to millions of Americans. Although the program is federal, it is administered by state agenc...
Reasons Your Payment Needs Revision on Amazon & How to Fix It
Resolve payment issues with Amazon in a snap Have you gotten a "Payment Revision Needed" email from Amazon? This email can be frustrating or potentially even worrying, but thankfully fixing this issue is relatively quick...
How to Tell a Check Is Fake & What to Do If You’ve Been Scammed
Find out how fake checks work and how to spot oneDid you know that fake checks are the number one scam in the United States? In this day and age, it’s especially important to check your checks for inaccuracies to ensur...
Get Started with PayPal: How It Works, Signing Up & More
The complete beginner's guide to PayPal Want to get started with PayPal but don't know where to begin? PayPal is the most popular payment processing site in the world and currently provides service to over 325 million pe...
How to
Use Splitwise
Manage group expenses fairly and accurately with our simple guideThe Splitwise app makes it easy for friends, family, and roommates to split bills, pay debts, and keep track of group expenses. To get started, just instal...
How to Emancipate Yourself as a Teen: Requirements & Legal Process
Step-by-step instructions on becoming an emancipated minorIf you’re under 18 and already living apart from your parents (or want to live separately from them), you might be considering emancipation. This process gives ...
A Guide to Cash App Safety When Sharing Your Cashtag
Avoid Cash App scams by keeping your info private Do you know if it's safe to give out your Cash App tag to strangers? Cash App is growing in popularity, and we've all heard stories about people getting tons of money fro...
Cash App Refunds: Get Your Money Back If You're Scammed
Learn how to protect yourself and get your money back from Cash App Did you get scammed on Cash App? If you act quickly, there are ways to help protect yourself and possibly get your money refunded. Here's what to do if ...
How to
Send Credit Card Information Securely by Email
There might be all kinds of reasons you want to send your credit card information through email, ranging from buying something to making reservations. It's quick, easy, and convenient. However, email isn't the most secur...
How to Dispute Wells Fargo Credit and Debit Card Charges
When & why to dispute charges (plus, how to fight chargebacks)Disputing a Wells Fargo credit or debit card charge is a way to get your money back if you didn’t authorize the transaction or you aren’t happy with the g...
How to Get a Refund and Protect Yourself Against Venmo Scams
A guide to getting your money back from a scam on VenmoHave you been scammed on Venmo? Unfortunately, scams are everywhere, and losing money in such a way can be frustrating. The good news is that you may be entitled to ...
How to Rent Out Your Car
Is renting your car out legal? What's the best rental service? Your questions, answered Renting out your car when you're not using it can be a great way to earn some extra cash, and there are now companies that facilitat...
How to
Find Lost Money
Losing money can be very upsetting, especially if it is a large amount. You can look for lost money on the internet using the National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators website, which will direct you to se...
How to
Get Rich (Kids)
Have you ever wanted something, but your parents won't buy it? You could buy it yourself if you were rich. There are a lot of ways to make money and get rich as a kid. You can try selling old items, performing services, ...
How to
View PayPal Activity
To view all of your PayPal transactions in one place, sign in to your PayPal account and click “Activity.” You’ll find an up-to-date log of money you’ve sent and received, fees paid, refunds, and other important ...
How to
Buy Nothing
The proposition to “buy nothing” can seem daunting and difficult to achieve. But buying nothing, even for a year, can save you thousands of dollars and make you more spending conscious. Start with simple adjustments ...
How to Cancel a Zelle Payment and Get Help For an Incorrect Payment
Learn how to cancel a Zelle payment and get help if you sent money to the wrong person Are you trying to cancel a Zelle payment? Unfortunately, Zelle payments cannot be canceled unless they're still processing.. 25 July ...
How to Get a Vending Machine License: Meeting Federal and State Requirements
So, you're setting up your vending machine and you know you have to get a license, but where do you begin? Although states approve business licenses, you'll also have to follow regulations from the federal government. If...
How to
Calculate Credit Sales
How to Cancel Cash App Payment
Did you send or receive a Cash App payment by mistake? Since Cash App payments are instant, you can't usually cancel them once they've been sent. However, there are ways to return the money to its proper place. If you're...
