Sara Coleman, Contributing Writer at Bob Vila

About

Sara Coleman is a full-time writer, editor, and published author. She covers personal finance and lifestyle topics ranging from insurance and credit cards to small business and pet ownership. Her work has appeared in numerous publications, including Bankrate, Joy Wallet, Wayfair, and Credible. When not writing, Sara enjoys ushering her kids from one activity to the next and spending time with friends and family.

Experience

Sara is a full-time freelance writer and editor covering a wide range of topics that impact everyday living, such as insurance, credit cards, banking, household management, and small- business ownership. Sara’s career wasn’t always as a writer though; she spent most of her working years in the corporate world. Her former work life was mostly in sales, including for a major appliance manufacturer, where she learned more about refrigerators and dishwashers than she ever thought possible. 

 

Eventually, Sara left the corporate world to pursue her passion as a writer and small-business owner. In addition to writing, she is also an editor for other financial publications and has published a children’s book, too. When she’s not writing or editing, Sara loves spending time with her husband, three kids, and two dogs. In the rare moments she has to herself, she enjoys reading, walking, cooking, and watching golf.

Education

Sara earned a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from the University of Georgia.

Highlights

  • Experience: Prior to her full-time career as a writer, Sara worked for a major appliance manufacturer learning the ins and outs of both small and large appliances. 
  • Education: Bachelor of Arts in journalism from the University of Georgia
  • Other work: Bankrate, Joy Wallet, Credible, Wayfair, and Family Handyman

Proudest DIY

Sara admits she doesn’t have any sort of green thumb—most plants actually fear her when she walks by them. However, she recently turned a corner and learned how to start a small container garden on her back patio and grew the most beautiful red geraniums. The key to success was to start small and set reminders for watering.