Megan Robinson, CMC®
Contributor
Megan Robinson is a personal finance expert, Certified Money Coach (CMC)®, and host of the DollarSprout Podcast. A former Managing Editor at DollarSprout, Megan is passionate about empowering people to take control of their finances, align their money with their values, and build lean businesses that support their dreams without feeling restricted.
Megan’s financial journey began after a wake-up call early in her career, which inspired her to pay off over $25,000 in debt and save enough money to leave her corporate job. Since then, she has worked to make financial education accessible and actionable for others. Her expertise has been featured in U.S. News & World Report, Credit Karma, Discover, Girlboss, The Points Guy, and more.
Megan holds a bachelor’s degree in finance with a concentration in financial planning from Virginia Tech. When she’s not hosting the podcast or coaching, Megan enjoys hiking, playing fetch with her dog Benny, cozying up with a good book at her favorite café, and teaching yoga and mindfulness.
Education
- Virginia Tech: B.S. in Finance, Concentration in Financial Planning
Media Mentions
How to Become a Virtual Assistant: A Step-by-Step Guide to Making $25+/Hour
Almost every day I’m asked how someone can find a work-from-home job that doesn’t require significant experience or an advanced degree. My response is almost always the same: Become a virtual assistant. Why? Because it’s the most realistic way to make good money from home while leveraging skills you already have or by learning ones…
12 Apps Like Ibotta to Earn Cash Back at Grocery Stores
Nowadays, savvy shoppers are saving money with apps like Ibotta. If you aren’t familiar with Ibotta, it’s a free mobile app that gives you rebates for different grocery items. You can unlock rebates through the app by completing small tasks before and after you shop, like taking a short survey or reading about a product….
15 Home Improvement Projects That Add Value to a Property
According to Remodeling Magazine’s 2017 Cost vs. Value Report, the most popular “mid-range cost” home improvement and DIY room decor projects only recuperate between 54-107% of the project’s cost.[1] In other words, expensive home improvements don’t always pay off. If you’re looking to sell your home now or sometime in the far-off future, or if…