Jon Reed is a writer, editor and journalist based in Columbus, Ohio, with experience covering energy, housing, personal finance, government and more.
My Experience
I’ve spent more than a decade as a reporter, editor and copy editor. I’ve written, edited and developed strategies for news and advice content around home energy, personal finance, housing and economics for national publications. I’ve worked as a statehouse reporter, covering state government and political issues including health, human services and drug policy. I’ve been a newspaper reporter, covering everything from city council meetings and crime scenes to agricultural issues.
My Interests
I’m interested in how broader economic and cultural trends affect individuals, whether that’s rising interest rates, a changing energy landscape or the decline of the family dairy farm. My goal is to tell those stories in the form of actionable advice and relatable news and features.
My Work
Energy
Your Utility Bills Might Be About to Drop, Here’s Why (CNET)
Solar Windows: New Tech Could Change How You Power Your Home (CNET)
Can You Use a Home Equity Loan or HELOC to Buy Solar Panels? (CNET)
Economic Issues
The Era of Cheap Money Might Be Over. How to Adjust to Our ‘New Normal’ (NextAdvisor)
When Will the Fed Stop Raising Rates? The Answer is Hiding in Plain Sight (NextAdvisor)
Where Have Alabama’s Dairy Farms Gone? (AL.com)
'This sinking city': In Fairfield, budget woes and politics take their toll on services (AL.com)
Economic distress in Alabama: In Hale County, leaders see a community in need of investment (AL.com)
How to grow a neighborhood: The revitalization of Ensley (AL.com)
Personal Finance
With the Housing Market Facing an ‘Especially Cold Winter,’ Can Homebuyers Gain the Upper Hand? (CNET)
It’s a Tough Time to Buy a Home Right Now, But a Great Time to Save for a Down Payment (NextAdvisor)
Mortgage Rates Have Hit 7% for the First Time in 20 Years. How Buyers Can Cope (NextAdvisor)
Getting Unsolicited Offers to Buy Your Home? How to Tell If It’s an Opportunity or a Scam (NextAdvisor)
Owning a Home Never Stops Costing Money. These Expert Tips Can Help You Prepare for Unexpected Repairs (NextAdvisor)
Health
Data Point to Disparities in Coronavirus Cases (Gongwer)
Providers Fear Addiction, Overdose ‘Surge’ Amid Pandemic (Gongwer)
Study Questions if Vaping Helps Smokers Quit As Feds Eye Tougher Regulations (Gongwer)